Why is the classification species not considered a group?(1 point) Responses Each species is a separate type of organism. Each species is a separate type of organism. Each species shares characteristics with other species. Each species shares characteristics with other species. Each species is an individual organism. Each species is an individual organism. Each species lacks the characteristics of the levels above.

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The classification "species" is not considered a group primarily because "each species is an individual organism." In biological classification, while species can be grouped together into higher taxonomic categories (like genus, family, etc.), each species itself is uniquely defined and represents a specific type of organism that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring. This distinguishes species from broader categories that may encompass multiple related organisms.