Snake hidden in pile of sticks leaves Facebook baffled

It’s one of the world’s deadliest snakes – but can you spot the sneaky serpent lurking in the bush?

Highlighting the danger posed by the second most poisonous snake on earth, in this incredible photograph an eastern brown snake lies hidden… somewhere. 

Taken by animal professionals Snake Out Brisbane Snake Catchers the image has left social media stumped, with some unable to see it after minutes staring at the screen.

Sitting somewhere in between the pile of leaves, twigs and branches, the reptile can hardly be seen as it camouflages in perfectly.

Even a hint from the snake catchers that it’s somewhere just to the left of centre did little to help those looking for it on Facebook.

‘I must be blind, I still can’t see it even after the tip,’ one commenter wrote.

But while most viewers were looking for a pair of beady eyes, the head of the snake is actually hidden beneath the pile of branches.

All that can be seen of the animal is a small section of its brown body, which looks just like a large branch.

Shared by Snake Out Brisbane Snake Catchers the image has left social media stumped, with only its body able to be seen (circled) in the photo

The snake experts allayed fears of social media users, revealing that despite being incredibly poisonous they are very easily scared off

Viewers were left spooked after seeing another image of the massive snake upon its release, but the snake experts attempted to allay their fears.

‘They try to keep to themselves… even browns will flee first, and failing that, act all mean and scary before actually biting,’ . 

‘Their “attack” is really more a defensive display designed to scare and warn off would-be predators, and it sure works!’