A species inhabiting different geographical areas is
A
Sympatric
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Synchronus
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
Allochronous
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Allopatric
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is D Allopatric Allopatric speciation or geographic speciation occurs when biological populations of the same species become isolated from each other to an extent that prevents or interferes with genetic interchange.