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There's an animal hiding in this optical illusion, but you have to shake your head to see it

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Do you see what's hiding in the stripes? Twitter/@medickinson
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Ten days into 2019 and we already have the next illusion that's taking over the internet.

This isn't your run-of-the-mill brainteaser, though — this one requires some effort.

Dr. Michelle Dickinson, a nanotech engineer (and kite-surfer) posted the illusion on Twitter, telling her followers "I'm serious" about shaking their heads.

Can you see the illusion?

Spoiler alert, it's a cat.

If you're trying to avoid a headache, or shaking your head in the office to the confusion of your co-workers, there are a few other ways to try and see the cat.

Read more: If you see 2 dots chasing each other in this optical illusion, it's evidence of a quirk in human nature

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The illusion.  Twitter/@medickinson

First, instead of shaking your head, you can try moving the picture back and forth on your screen. This simulates the movement without giving yourself a pounding headache.

If that doesn't work, try looking at the photo from different angles (though, that might still earn you some stares).

If all else fails: zoom out on the photo. If you look at a very small version, the cat should become clear.

Happy shaking!

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Gabbi Shaw
Gabbi Shaw is a reporter on Business Insider's editorial partnerships team. She covers entertainment, travel, food, and lifestyle for Business Insider, and Insider Inc.'s partners, including MSN, Apple News, and Yahoo.She graduated from Tulane University in 2017 with a degree in public health and now lives in New York City. She can be reached on X or LinkedIn.Please send all inquiries, comments, or tips to gshaw@jkmperu.com.Selected stories: