Question
Ms. Vetter studies two species of frogs. One species reproduces from January to March. The other species reproduces from March to May. How does the time period used for reproduction relate to speciation in frogs? a Reproduction times have nothing to do with speciation. It is a random effect without clear reasons. b The two species of frogs cannot mate because they reproduce at different times. As a result, they formed different species. c All species of frogs can mate and reproduce because they have a common ancestor. d The two species of frogs can mate, even though they reproduce during different times. As a result, they formed different species just due to time.
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The correct answer is **b**: The two species of frogs cannot mate because they reproduce at different times. As a result, they formed different species.
This is an example of temporal isolation, a type of reproductive isolation that occurs when two species breed at different times, which prevents them from mating and producing offspring. This can lead to speciation, as the two populations diverge genetically over time due to their separation in reproduction.
This is an example of temporal isolation, a type of reproductive isolation that occurs when two species breed at different times, which prevents them from mating and producing offspring. This can lead to speciation, as the two populations diverge genetically over time due to their separation in reproduction.