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It measures 1.4 million Scoville units, the official chart of how hot peppers are.

To put it into perspective, a jalapeno is about 2,500 Scoville units. A bell pepper is a 0 and a habanero is between 100,000 and 350,000.

The Komodo Dragon has an unusual trait compared to other peppers. It has a delayed reaction, The Guardian reported.

"At first you can taste a wonderful hot fruitiness, but after about 10 seconds the full might of this little demon hits you and your whole mouth is aglow," Eleanor Mansell said. "This is definitely a chili pepper for connoisseurs and for those who are experienced in eating super-hot food."

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In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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