By Sheetal Kumari | May 22, 2025
Wild cherries have cyanide in the seeds. Toxic to humans, but birds and animals consume the flesh without any problems.
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Raw elderberries and leaves are poisonous for humans. Nevertheless, birds eat the berries safely without harm.
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Red inner flesh is harmless, but seeds are fatal to humans. Seeds are easily digested by birds, thus dispersing the plant.
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Raw rowan berries are harmful to the human digestive system. Thrushes consume them with no adverse effects.
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Osage oranges are avoided by humans because of their bitter flavor. Squirrels and deer bite them harmlessly.
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Lantana berries are poisonous to humans, particularly when green. The birds enjoy them and distribute their seeds far and wide.
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Although harmless in small quantities, pawpaw makes humans feel nauseated. Raccoons and squirrels adore this custard apple.
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Soursop seeds are toxic to people when crushed. Monkeys and wild animals consume the fruit without any harm.
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