Endozoochory

the dissemination of fruits or seeds in the alimentary canal of an animal, for example, bird, rodent, or ungulate. Many fruits and seeds are especially brightly colored (Paris quadrifolia, lily of the valley, snowberry) or fragrant (strawberry, raspberry) to attract animals. As the seeds pass through the alimentary canal, their germinating power is frequently increased because of the action of acids and mechanical injury to the seed coats.