Everyone can see the house - but only those with high IQ and 20/20 vision can figure out what is wrong in 23 seconds

A stunning optical illusion has left puzzle fanatics scrambling to find the answer – but only those with high IQs can see what’s wrong.

Anyone can spot the house in the picture, but only sharp-eyed viewers with a high IQ and a keen eye for detail can solve the puzzle in 23 seconds.

Can you spot what’s wrong with this picture? Credits: 7 Second Riddles

The picture shows a house in the foreground, with two windows, a chimney, a fence, trees and rolling hills in the background.

Although the picture looks deceptively simple, something is wrong with it.

Can you see what it is?

It might seem a little intimidating at first, but it’s crucial to examine each part of the scene carefully.

Get ready to start scanning every inch of the image, your 23 seconds start now.

In the meantime, why not try some other optical illusions while scrolling?

Test your brainpower and solve the questions in this test to find out if you have a high IQ.

This picture is sure to confuse you – and you might scratch your head trying to find the correct solution.

Picture puzzles are a form of brain teaser that tests the reader’s critical thinking and problem solving skills.

These challenges can increase intelligence and improve concentration.

If this challenge seems too easy or you like to test your brain, check out our other optical illusions.

To make things more difficult, try to spot the hidden cat in this optical illusion.

How can optical illusions and brain teasers help me?

Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brain teasers can have many cognitive benefits because they can stimulate different regions of the brain.

Some benefits include:

Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
Problem Solving Skills: Regular practice improves analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
Memory Enhancement: These challenges often require recall and can contribute to better memory functioning.
Creativity: they encourage thinking outside the box, encourage creativity and innovative thought processes.
Focus and attention: working on optical illusions and brain teasers requires concentration, which contributes to improved focus.
Stress Relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.

Psychologists at the University of Glasgow have discovered that looking at an optical illusion can improve vision by allowing you to see fine print.

Escape London says puzzles can also give your mind a good workout and can “boost your brain activity” which “reduces the risk of dementia”.

Still haven’t figured out what’s wrong with the picture?

Here’s a helpful tip: look at the direction of smoke from chimneys and trees.

If you solved the puzzle in 23 seconds, well done!

If not, don’t worry. We have added the solution below.

Keep your brain engaged and try our other three illusions.