How has the movement of the contenints affected the distribution of a species?

what has the movement of the continents done to species

One factor that has affected how species are distributed is the motion of Earth's continents.

Mountain ranges limit a species distribution by limiting movement because it acts like a natural barrier. Climate limits a species distribution by affecting the richness of a landscape, which may limit food and shelter.

Dispersal refers to the movement of organisms from their birth site to their breeding site. It influences distribution because it has the potential to lead to gene flow and the further propagation of the various species that were dispersed.

Species distribution is the manner in which a biological taxon is spatially arranged. Species distribution is not to be confused with dispersal, which is the movement of individuals away from their area of origin or from centers of high population density. A similar concept is the species range. A species range is often represented with a species range map. Biogeographers try to understand the factors determining a species' distribution. The pattern of distribution is not permanent for each species. Distribution patterns can change seasonally, in response to the availability of resources, and also depending on the scale at which they are viewed. Dispersion usually takes place at the time of reproduction. Populations within a species are translocated through many methods, including dispersal by people, wind, water and animals. Humans are one of the largest distributors due to the current trends in globalization and the expanse of the transportation industry. For example, large tankers often fill their ballasts with water at one port and empty them in another, causing a wider distribution of aquatic species.

The movement of plate tectonics greatly affects the development of new species. With movement, species can become isolated to specific areas and must adapt to the new/changed environment. Also, depending upon the event (volcano/earthquake) the climate will be affected which requires further adaptation of species.

Well there were several species that were affected like the herring gull and a few species of fish that came up to the surface but there was no inparticular species of fish or bird affected

Geographic Distribution shows how species adapt and evolve to fit their environment. Depending on where the species' habitat is, they have evolved to suit that area.

both species benefit from one another.

Haha. This is totally from the Year 11 Biology book. I was hoping there was an answer to this, as I, too, want to know whether most distribution is affected by temperature. I'm sorry I can't help, but, hey! a fellow Biol student :)

Plate tectonics affect the distribution of species in various ways. This will be influenced by the climatic barriers, food and energy supply in the area among others.

Distribution The region where an organism is found Abundance The number of individuals in an area The density

Well, it depends on which location you want to know about.There are many animals affected by invasive species. But the animals affected are the ones in the area of the invasive species(s) . =D

In order to know what species would be affected by change one needs to know the type of change you are referencing.

you Scots Pine, Pinus sylvestris is affected by the pine sawfly.

Sharks breeding or pupping in shallow water might be affected if they are stimulated by the moonlight. However, I don't know of any research on this issue. They are affected by tidal movement as some species pup on a given tide to protect their young and use the movement to return to feed after birthing. Ken, the Shark Wrangler

Zoogeography is the scientific study of the geographical distribution of animal species.

part of the biogeography that studies the distribution areas of the species

The reason why random distribution patterns for species are the rarest in nature is because of biotic and abiotic factors. These give rise to organisms being clustered or spread out.

whenever there is a aboundence of life for a particular species it is likely to have related dcecendant species in other areas

Yes it has been affected

Herring was the first fish to be over fished to the point of collapse of the fishery. Now many more species are affected particularly the Cod.

Yes, it is the most common distribution of a species in nature for the sake of survival and adaptation.

Bats do. There are over 1,200 species.

Genes and hormones govern the distribution of hair on species such as the human or rat. Other animals such as cats have seasonal hair changes due to a change in hormone levels.