If you can spot the second man in 5 seconds, you have sharp eyes and a high IQ!

Feb 9, 2025, 12:06 IST

Optical illusions challenge our brains and eyes. These puzzles are great for checking the observation skills and visual intelligence of an individual. In this optical illusion picture, a second man is hidden in plain sight. Can you find it in 5 seconds? Test your observation skills now!

Find the second man
Find the second man

Optical illusions are fascinating visual phenomena that make our brains perceive something different from reality. They can deceive our visual system into seeing things that aren’t actually there or misinterpreting what we observe.

In ancient times, such illusions were often attributed to witchcraft, spirits, or supernatural forces. However, scientists later discovered that these tricks are simply the result of how our brains process visual information.

Many optical illusion images are designed by blending objects, colours, etc. These elements are strategically arranged to create deceptive effects, making hidden details appear or disappear. Are you ready to test your perception?

Then we have a perfect mind-bending optical illusion challenge for you.

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Optical Illusion: Find The Second Man in 5 Seconds

Source: Brightside

In this image shared above, an island scene is depicted where a man with an axe in his hand and a bird on his shoulder is looking for someone.

The man looks like an explorer, and he might be searching for his friend.

Well, his friend is hiding in the picture in plain sight.

Can you spot him in 5 seconds?

Your time starts now!

Experts suggest that people who can solve optical illusion puzzles have excellent observation skills. They also suggest that optical illusions sharpen cognitive abilities, thereby preventing cognitive decline in older age.

Have you found the second man?

Check the image once more; he is hiding right there.

The time is running out.

Look again and see if you can find the second man.

Hurry up.

The last few seconds remain...

And...

Time's up!

How many of you have successfully found the second man?

Congratulations to those exceptionally brilliant readers who found the second man within the time limit.

Others who couldn’t find the second man can check out the solution provided below.

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Optical Illusion with Answer

The second man can be spotted by tilting the image upside down. He is hiding in the space between the bird and the man’s shoulder.

If you loved this optical illusion challenge, remember to try out some more challenges from our must-try section below.

Also, share this with your friends and family to see how fast they can spot the second man.

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