Which of the Following Examples Does Not Illustrate Possible Routes

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples does not illustrate possible routes to behavioral reproductive isolation?

• A) Male wrens on either side of a mountain range sing slightly different songs.
• B) In one species of moth, some males court females on daisies, while other males court females in-flight.
• C) In one region of the Rocky Mountains, bighorn sheep breed in July, and in another region breeding takes place in September.
• D) In a population of spiders, some females prefer males that bring nuptial gifts, while other females do not have that preference.
• E) Some female fish in a pond prefer males that build large nests, while other females prefer males that build small nests.

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Somatosensory Cortex

A region of the brain's cerebral cortex involved in processing sensory information from the body, including touch, temperature, and pain.

Back

To return to a previous position or condition, or the posterior part of the human body.

Chest

refers to the front surface of the body enclosed by the ribs, extending from the neck to the abdomen and housing organs such as the heart and lungs.

Ablation

Removal of cells or tissues, often through surgical means.