Out of plaice! Mindboggling brainteaser challenges YOU to spot the odd fish out in 30 seconds

Only the most eagle-eyed players will be able to spot the hidden carp in seconds in this mind-boggling brainteaser.

Brits have an undeniable love of puzzles, with estimates suggesting that up to 63% of the population spend almost 169 hours a year solving them – that’s almost an entire week dedicated to brainteasers.

But the latest river-themed brainteaser created by Tombola is sure to challenge even the most die-hard puzzle enthusiasts.

The mind-boggling puzzle features a variety of freshwater life, from long pike to smooth eels, but the real test lies in spotting the odd hidden carp amid the murky waters in seconds.

According to Tombola, 40% of adults struggle to locate the elusive carp within 30 seconds – with one in four giving up the search completely.

The image shows a river scene filled with a multitude of sage, green and brown fish – including bass, trout and eel – camouflaging the hidden carp in the depths of the dark riverbed.

The addition of yellow fishing hooks attached to a green rope, as well as bunches of olive green seaweed, only intensifies the search for the hidden fish.

Cleverly hidden in this vibrant underwater scene of blue and green, the carp challenges even the sharpest eyes – but can you spot it in 30 seconds?

If you’re still stumped after racing against the clock, fear not, because below we reveal where to find the slippery sea creature.

For those who can’t quite see it, the answer is in the bottom right of the image.

The carp can be found hidden between three eels swimming in the same direction.

Whether you found it or not, this brainteaser reminds us of the nation’s love for a good puzzle, and proves that sometimes the thrill is in the hunt.

Fancy a new challenge? Prepare to put your memory and observation skills to the test as this mind-boggling brainteaser challenges you to locate the camouflaged cactus in seconds.

For those who can’t quite see it, the answer is in the bottom right of the image

Only the most eagle-eyed players can locate the camouflaged cactus in seconds in this mind-bending brainteaser

Also cThe mind-boggling puzzle, put together by Tombola, challenges readers to find a cactus in a shop, hidden in a jungle of different houseplant varieties.

However, you must have the sharpest eyes to spot the prickly plant; the brainteaser challenges you to locate it in 9 seconds.

The average time to find the cactus is 55 seconds, but be warned: one in five players gave up completely.

The image shows a shop assistant in an apron standing at a cash register, next to two sleeping cats, in a florist.

But dozens of potted plants and flowers adorn the shop floor, as well as on several shelves, windows and the counter.

Click here to reveal the answer if you didn’t manage to find the cactus.