Only a genius can find a bird in this photo in just a matter of seconds

Are you a modern-day Einstein? Test your wits with this eerie brainteaser.

Puzzles might seem like simple fun or a way to keep the kids occupied on those dreary, rainy days, but research suggests they could actually boost your mental cognitive ability, enhancing both your attention and concentration levels. They're also a fantastic mental workout for children, encouraging them to think creatively and maintain focus.

One study even discovered that brainteasers 'positively influence the central nervous system and activate stress path, leading to changes in brain signals and subsequently improved cognitive elements'. With all of that in mind, it's time to put your intellect to the ultimate test... Let's play!

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At first glance, nothing seems out of the ordinary in the image above. There's a traffic cone on the ground, a flower bed, wall, and trees reaching towards the blue skies. But, hidden within the picture is a real-life crow - and your task is to find it. If you can spot the concealed animal in less than 10 seconds, you possess the IQ of a genius. Ready, set, go!

We won't be giving away any hints for this puzzle, but if you're aiming to beat the clock, zooming in on the image might help you locate the crow faster. If you haven't managed to find the bird within 10 seconds, don't fret, keep trying and see how long it takes you.

Given up entirely, or think you've finally spotted the winged creature? Scroll down for the answer.

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If the crow-themed puzzle proved too easy for a clever clogs like yourself, it's time to demonstrate your reasoning abilities with this head-scratching riddle. Warning: this could leave you tearing your hair out in exasperation....

"Mrs. Watt has 5 children. The oldest four children's names are Lala, Lele, Lili, and Lolo," the riddle states. What is the name of the youngest child - why do people laugh at her name?".

Numerous people assumed the child's name is Lulu. This is because the first four children share identical names with different vowels - and 'U' is the final one remaining. Nevertheless, this isn't the correct answer.

Ready to surrender? You can discover the genuine reason people chuckle at her name here.

How long did it take you to figure it out? Let us know in the comments section down below. You can also challenge yourself by doing more taxing brainteasers and puzzles - or browse our fascinating optical illusions to learn more about your personality.