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What occurs when species that were distinct evolve similar traits?
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The species probably evolved under similar circumstances and they become more similar as a result. Additionally, they can become more competitive with one another.
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What is it called when two very different species evolve to look like each other?
Convergent evolution may be the words you seek. This often happens when different species have to adapt to a similar environment. An example would be the similar body shape, and the shape of appendages; of both fish and of marine mammals.
What behavioral reproductive isolation is?
A behavioral reproductive barrier occurs, when closely related animals, who are capable of reproducing from a genetic and physical standpoint, and generating viable offspring, do not reproduce, and are classified as different species as a result of this behavior. For example, the Eastern and Western Meadowlarks do not interbreed because their mating songs have become so distinct as to no longer be recognized except within their own species. If it were not for this fact alone, they would not be considered different species as they are capable of interbreeding at genetic and physical levels and are very similar in appearance.
What is the term for when a species is separated for such a long time they become unable to reproduce with each other and they are now two different species?
The term for this process is called reproductive isolation or speciation. It occurs when genetic and reproductive barriers prevent individuals of two populations from interbreeding and producing fertile offspring. Over time, this can lead to the formation of two distinct species.
What are 3 ways new species form?
Cross-breeding occurs within the species.
What is believed to be the dominant mode of speciation among most groups of organisms?
The dominant mode of speciation among most groups of organisms is allopatric speciation. This occurs when populations of a species become geographically isolated from each other and over time, genetic and environmental differences accumulate, leading to the formation of distinct species.
What happen when organisms populate a new area and are isolated geographically from other populations of the same species?
The species will eventually evolve to be similar, but not exactly like the main species.
Occurs when species that were similar become increasingly distinct?
Divergent evolution:)
What in the world is convergent evolution?
Convergent evolution occurs when unrelated species evolve with similar features. An example of this is opposable thumbs, which primates typically have. Opossums also have an opposable thumb, and they are not from the primate family.
What occurs when species that were similar become increasingly extinct?
Divergent Evolution :)
The galapagos finch species are an excellent example of what?
Genetic isolation. This occurs when members of species that also occur on mainland areas begin to evolve slightly different habits and appearances.
What is it called when two very different species evolve to look like each other?
Convergent evolution may be the words you seek. This often happens when different species have to adapt to a similar environment. An example would be the similar body shape, and the shape of appendages; of both fish and of marine mammals.
Why is the species rather than the individual considered to evolve?
Evolution is a gradual process that occurs through natural selection. Natural mutation results in some offspring.
What are examples of cultural leveling?
McDonalds It occurs when cultures that were once distinct become increasingly similar to each other, walmarts, fast food chains etc.
Is the grouping that occurs after phylum class?
Yes, the grouping that occurs after phylum is class in the taxonomic hierarchy. In the Linnaean classification system, organisms are categorized into distinct groups starting with kingdom, followed by phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.
What behavioral reproductive isolation is?
A behavioral reproductive barrier occurs, when closely related animals, who are capable of reproducing from a genetic and physical standpoint, and generating viable offspring, do not reproduce, and are classified as different species as a result of this behavior. For example, the Eastern and Western Meadowlarks do not interbreed because their mating songs have become so distinct as to no longer be recognized except within their own species. If it were not for this fact alone, they would not be considered different species as they are capable of interbreeding at genetic and physical levels and are very similar in appearance.
Can a person evolve over his or her lifetime?
One would hope. That is what life is about learning and growing. Technically speaking, no, a person cannot evolve over his or her lifetime. Evolution only occurs over many, many generations of a certain species. The genes in one person will not change during his or her lifetime, and since evolution depends on the changing of genes, no person can evolve in his or her lifetime.
When does convergent evolution occur?
Divergent evolution occurs when a single species develops a certain trait and then diverges to become two different species. Compare this to convergent evolution, where two different species develop a similar trait.
