2. Using the Galapagos finches as an example, answer the following questions: I. Why are there only three species of finches on the mainland of South America and up to 16 different species of finches on the Islands? II. Describe the mechanism by which the original population of finches arrived on the islands.

2. Using the Galapagos finches as an example, answer the following questions: I. Why are there only three species of finches on the mainland of South America and up to 16 different species of finches on the Islands? II. Describe the mechanism by which the original population of finches arrived on the islands.

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305389892

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter20: Development Of Evolutionary Thinking

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 7TYK: Which of the following could be an example of microevolution? a. a slight change in a bird...

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