A frustrated homeowner spent two full days searching for a missing wallet, only to discover it was in one of the most obvious places imaginable.

They’d walked past it countless times. Even stood on it. But still couldn’t see it.

Now, there’s a peculiar bathroom photo that has become widely popular after being shared on the r/mildlyinfuriating thread on Reddit. The internet community is captivated by the challenge of finding the item that remained hidden for 48 hours.

Initially, the picture appears to display a typical bathroom setting: a shower curtain with a pattern, white storage units, a beige rug, and neat black-and-white tiled flooring.

But somewhere in this photo is a wallet so well hidden, people are calling it one of the best optical illusions they’ve seen in months.

Reddit users eagerly took on the challenge, with many confessing they were unsure about what they were supposed to search for. Without the mention of a wallet in the caption, they would have been perplexed.

‘If you didn’t say this, I would’ve never understood this photo,’ one person confessed.

Another joked: ‘As a dude, most of our wallets are just big black squares, so it’s immediately where my mind went.’

A frustrated homeowner spent two full days searching for a missing wallet, only to discover it was in one of the most obvious places imaginable

‘I literally didn’t register that it was supposed to look like the floor pattern until I got to the comments. I was so confused,’ said one baffled viewer.

Others claimed they’d never have spotted it: ‘If I walked in that bathroom, I’d probably never see it,’ wrote one. ‘You’d probably step on it and find it immediately,’ another added. ‘Oh so that’s where I lost my wallet five years ago…’ a third joked.

So – can you find it? Try spotting the wallet in under 20 seconds before scrolling down for the answer.

Try focusing on the floor – not the objects on top of it.

Here’s the answer – the wallet is lying diagonally near the bottom right corner of the image, perfectly camouflaged against one of the black diamond-shaped tiles on the floor.

Its shape, color, and angle make it almost indistinguishable from the rest of the pattern – which is exactly why it took two days to find.

Think you can handle another brain teaser?

This wild optical illusion takes you on a trek through a lush, green jungle filled with flowing streams, towering trees and thick foliage.

The wallet is lying diagonally near the bottom right corner of the image, perfectly camouflaged against one of the black diamond-shaped tiles on the floor

At first glance, it may seem like just a peaceful forest scene but look closer. 

Somewhere in this vivid landscape, a wild animal is cleverly concealed.

Your mission? Find the hidden creature in under 10 seconds.

This optical illusion is more than just a pretty picture – it’s a challenge designed to test your observation skills and attention to detail. 

Do you have the sharp eyes it takes to spot what others might miss?

Only the most eagle-eyed viewers will succeed. If you’re still scanning the scene, don’t worry – you’re not alone. It’s a tricky one, and giving too many hints would spoil the fun.

So take another look. The animal is there, hiding in plain sight. Can you find it before the clock runs out?

Have you managed to spot the hidden animal yet? Or is it still eluding your gaze? 

This wild brain teaser takes you on a virtual trek through a lush, green jungle filled with flowing streams, towering trees, and thick foliage

If you’re hoping for a clue, look in between the long, thin tree trunks, and you might just spot a four-legged friend.

Don’t follow the creek upstream. Instead, look toward the dirt road and see where the path takes you.

This illusion is a perfect reminder that sometimes, what we think we see blinds us to what’s actually there.

So, did you beat the clock?

Check below to see if you were correct.

The deer can be seen circled on the dirt road, blending in with the foliage

Optical illusions challenge the brain by forcing it to process information in unexpected ways, improving cognitive flexibility and visual perception.

They help enhance focus and attention to detail, as you have to carefully observe and interpret visual cues.

Regularly solving optical illusions also promotes brain health by keeping the mind sharp and active, potentially staving off cognitive decline as you age.