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Why are most berries red?

Updated: 8/10/2023
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Blackberries are red and become black when ripe.

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The evolutionary function of a berry requires it to attract some animal to eat it. Red is an easy color to notice, in contrast to green leaves. Berries (in effect) want to be noticed.

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