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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Speciation' in a Sentence

"The process by which new species form due to factors like geography, physiology, anatomy, or behavior, preventing once-interbreeding populations from reproducing with each other." more

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The speciation of butterflies in the rainforest is influenced by their colorful wing patterns and behaviors.
The differences in the beak shapes of finches on different islands are a result of speciation.
Speciation can occur when populations of a species become isolated due to geographic barriers.

Speciation

spee-shee-ey-shuhn
nounThe process by which new species form due to factors like geography, physiology, anatomy, or behavior, preventing once-interbreeding populations from reproducing with each other.
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Last Updated On: February 5, 2024
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