Everyone can see the flowers in this summer scene – but only those with high IQs can see the word ‘nectar' hidden

The Sun

19-05-2025

TEST your IQ to the max with this fiendishly tricky brainteaser, that will have you pulling your hair out trying to solve it.
Everyone can see the flowers, but only those with the eyes of a hawk can spot the word 'nectar' hidden amongst them in under one minute and 17 seconds.
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The recent sunny weather will likely have many of us dreaming of summer.
And whether you're trying to improve your sight, or test your IQ, this bee-themed puzzle is bound to get you in the mood for summertime.
Put your observation skills to the test and figure out whether you have what it takes to spot the word 'nectar' in just over one minute.
Make sure to set your stopwatch before undertaking this challenge, to make it extra hard for yourself.
If you can do it in under one minute and 17 seconds, you are said to have 20/20 vision.
At first glance, the image, provided by Hopes Grove Nurseries looks like a beautiful summer scene filled with flowers and bees.
However, the most eagle-eyed viewers will be able to spot that there is a hidden word amongst the flowers.
This brainteaser works by tricking your eyes into thinking that there are no words hidden within the image.
But rest assured, the world nectar is definitely hidden within the picture.
Unless you're lucky enough to find the word immediately, we recommend analysing the picture very closely to spot the answer.
Only one in four hawk-eyed geniuses can find the odd-one-out number sequence in under 40 seconds
The visual deception of this image will have you peeling your eyes, but the payoff is worth it.
If you need a hint, we recommend focusing on the individual flowers/
The letters are mostly hidden among the petals, with one hidden among the grass.
Another tricky brainteaser features a gnarled tree but only those with high IQ can spot a sleepy cat hiding on it.
How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
If that's still not hard enough for you, then have a go at spotting the hidden broom amongst the clothes in less than five seconds.
Or you can have a go at figuring out the hidden message in this band's cover art that has confused fans for years.
Lastly, puzzle fanatics have been left scratching their heads trying to find the lost feather in just 12 seconds.
Coming back to our challenge -were you able to solve it in under one minute and 17 seconds?
For those struggling to find the answer, we have marked out the solution for you.