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The original was posted on /r/todayilearned by /u/pdentropy on 2023-06-17 18:20:58+00:00.

Original Title: TIL Peppers evolved to prefer birds spread their seeds. Capsaicin and pepper colors attract birds. Seeds that pass through the digestive system of a bird germinate at a rate of 370% higher than seeds that pass through mammals who are normally repelled by Capsaicin.