Question

Add a note on allopatric speciation.

Answer 1

1. Allopatric speciation is the development of a new species as a result of a segment of a population being separated from the original population.
2. During such speciation, there is a geographical barrier that cuts across the species range.
3. There is no physiological barrier to allopatric speciation. Individual migration is beneficial in allopatric speciation.
4. e.g. African elephant and Indian elephant.