Only the super smart can find the mistake in this message in less than 5 seconds

A visual is proving a hit on social media as viewers test themselves to find the error in as short a space of time as possible.

The puzzle, which first cropped up on X (formerly ) has viewers read letters and words while attempting to spot the mistake as fast as they can.

and puzzles like this provide a test of focus and perception as well as stretching your ability to analyse details at speed. As more and more people turn to online brainteasers for fun and stimulation, users may also be improving their memory function, observation skills, and cognitive abilities at the same time.

In this puzzle you need to spot the mistake in the image, and the faster you can do it the better. Those who can spot the error in five seconds or less can truly pat themselves on the back, you clever sausages.

The puzzle, shared by Dr Mike Davis, is a test of perception and speed, while others challenge the viewer to spot hidden images. These fun puzzles are a fantastic way to keep your brain engaged and hone your attention to detail as they force you to perceive things differently.

Have you been able to find it? Scroll down to find the answer circled in red.

At first glance an image might seem to be one thing, but when looked at a different way it can reveal itself to the viewer to be something completely different on closer examination. These illusions take place due to how our brains interpret visual data in various ways, putting our perception to the test.

Another popular puzzle involves a sailor looking for his wife. One user even called it the "trickiest" puzzle they'd encountered. Thousands of people were left bemused on Tiktok trying to solve the fiendish puzzle, with few able to quickly locate the sailor’s wife without help.