The Abert and the Kaibab species of squirrels live on opposite ends of the Grand Canyon. Physically they are very similar to each other, which leads scientist to think that when the Grand Canyon was shallower (millions of years ago) the populations use to have genetic contact (sexual reproduction). In present day, they are completely isolated from each other. When tested the Abert and Kaibab squirrels cannot produce a fertile offspring. This is an example of ___ speciation. [Fill in the blank]

The Abert and the Kaibab species of squirrels live on opposite ends of the Grand Canyon. Physically they are very similar to each other, which leads scientist to think that when the Grand Canyon was shallower (millions of years ago) the populations use to have genetic contact (sexual reproduction). In present day, they are completely isolated from each other. When tested the Abert and Kaibab squirrels cannot produce a fertile offspring. This is an example of ___ speciation. [Fill in the blank]

Biology 2e

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Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Chapter18: Evolution And The Origin Of Species

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 3VCQ: Figure 18.23 Which of the following statements is false? Punctuated equilibrium is most likely to...

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