Sometimes, the most ordinary pictures turn extraordinary — all it takes is a second glance. Whether it’s a quirky illusion, odd angle, or just perfect timing, these 26 pictures will make you do a double take.

At first glance, you might see a woman with a bizarrely long arm — until you realize it’s someone else’s arm placed just right. In another photo, what looks like a floating dog is simply one caught mid-jump.

Some of these images play tricks on your eyes. One shows a man with legs that appear to vanish into thin air. A closer look reveals perfectly matched pants blending into the floor. Another picture seems to show a giant cat towering over a house — thanks to clever perspective.

Reflections add to the confusion in several shots. A café window gives the illusion of a man holding a baby’s head on a plate. In another, a lake reflects a cloudy sky so perfectly that the canoe appears to float in the clouds.

Shadow play is another source of visual confusion. A dog’s shadow makes it look like it has wings. One picture even shows a couple where their shadows seem to be kissing — even though they aren’t.

Then there are photos where animals steal the show. A horse’s head pokes through a car window just right, making it look like it’s the one driving. A dog’s snout lined up perfectly with a child’s face gives an unexpected half-human, half-canine look.

These pictures remind us to look twice — or even three times. Sometimes things aren’t quite what they seem at first glance. It’s a fun reminder that a shift in perspective can completely change what we see.

Get ready to pause, squint, and laugh — these moments are worth a second look.