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Ecological speciation

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Evolution of reproductive isolation as a consequence of divergent ecological natural selection. Ecological differences or distinct reaction norms alone are insufficient unless they reduce gene flow.
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    • Sensory drive Ecological speciation
    • Magic trait Ecological speciation

Sensory drive

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Ecological speciation
Divergence of sensory systems and signals associated with the physical or ecological environment, potentially generating mating barriers.

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Ecological speciation
A trait affected by divergent ecological selection that also contributes to assortative mating. Distinguish one pleiotropic trait from tightly linked separate loci.

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  • Past exam of the genetics course of the University of Cambridge / 2025 / Paper 4 / 6 / Solution

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