Venus Trap Puzzle – Spiked Ball & Cage Metal Disentanglement Brain Teaser

A spiked metal ball is trapped inside a cylindrical cage. Your challenge is to remove it, then return it to its starting position, without bending, forcing, or damaging either piece. This two-piece metal disentanglement puzzle rewards observation and controlled movement rather than strength.

Find the Position That Frees the Ball

The solution depends on how the ball’s shape interacts with the cage openings. Explore the available movement inside the cylinder and the orientation needed to escape. The spikes and restrictive openings make the route difficult to see, but neither piece needs to bend or come apart.

Getting the ball out is only part of the challenge. Once you understand the mechanism, return it to the cage to reset the puzzle. Keep it on your desk or pass it to another solver for a reusable mechanical challenge.

Made by Tetso Puzzles and recommended for ages 12 and up.

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Specifications

• Puzzle type: metal disentanglement puzzle
• Pieces: cylindrical cage and spiked metal ball
• Material: metal
• Objective: remove the ball and return it to its starting position
• Resettable and reusable: yes
• Recommended age: 12+
• Maker: Tetso Puzzles
• Solving instructions: do not bend, force, or damage the pieces