RAOB_RVA t1_irtbuop wrote on October 10, 2022 at 9:49 PM

Perhaps the evolutionary reason is on our side and not the plants. Like perhaps we evolved to pick up on those bright colors while our ocular system was evolving? Somebody smarter than me can word that in more official scientific terms. lol

PMMeWheelsOnTheBus t1_iru33hk wrote on October 11, 2022 at 1:19 AM

I had that same thought. I think fall colors and vibrant colors around sun set are the same. Both give calming and relaxing vibes so maybe our bodies evolved to have calming feelings around these things to prompt us to settle in. Sunset and fall are not good times to pack everything up and head on an adventure, it's a good time to pack it in for a bit.