Their genomic features also lead us to propose that one method used to avoid predation by viruses and / or bacterivores is by means of slow growth and the maintenance of low biomass. (jcvi.org)
Scientists think the upward tilt and elongation of its rectangular eyes are adaptations to help the glass octopus avoid predation. (discovermagazine.com)
Actually most nuts and all seeds, legumes and grains, some more than others are ALL not digestive friendly unless they are soaked and / or sprouted and obviously like grains, nuts and seeds as well las legumes, as you stated they are the reproductive material and as such all have a protective coating to avoid predation in their shell that are toxic upon consumption. (nutritionfacts.org)