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Explain "fitness of a species" as mentioned by Darwin.

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The theory of natural selection given by Darwin explains the fitness of the species. This is the capability of the organism to survive. The organism which have a stable reproductive capacity and can produce healthy offspring are more fit and have more chances to survive. The fitness of the species describes the capability of the species to continue life by reproduction.

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