Question

Choose the wrong statement with reference to subspecies.

• A. They do not interbreed with individual of other subspecies.
• B. They are new species in the making.
• C. Geographically isolated population of a species.
• D. They show minor variations from parent population.

Answer 1

The correct option is A They do not interbreed with individual of other subspecies.

Subspecies are a rank of classification lower than a species. These sub-species are capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offsprings, but they do not usually interbreed in nature due to geographic isolation, sexual reproduction or other factors.
Thus, the correct answer is option (A).