A viral optical illusion is baffling the internet, challenging viewers to find a hidden spaniel among tangled tree branches. The image, posted on Reddit’s ‘FindTheSniper’ thread, appears to be a chaotic mess, but a dog is cleverly camouflaged within.

Reddit users are struggling with the challenge, with many admitting defeat. “I was convinced there was no dog in this picture. Had to double-check the original post to make sure I wasn’t being trolled,” one user wrote. Another added, “I needed help with this one—way harder than I expected!”

Experts suggest starting at the center and scanning outward to locate the hidden pooch. If you’re stuck, focus slightly to the left—there, blending into the branches, is the elusive brown spaniel.

This puzzle is part of a growing trend of ‘sniper challenges’ online, where hidden objects test users’ observation skills. From camouflaged snow leopards to tricky depth perception tests, these illusions continue to stump and entertain. Think you have sharp eyes? Try spotting the dog before your friends do!