Overview
The Biological Species Concept is a fundamental idea in biology that defines species based on their ability to interbreed and produce fertile offspring. This concept emphasizes the importance of reproductive isolation, which helps maintain distinct species in nature. Understanding this concept is cr...
Key Terms
Example: Dogs and wolves belong to the same species.
Example: Two different breeds of dogs can interbreed.
Example: Mules are typically infertile hybrids.
Example: A liger is a hybrid of a lion and a tiger.
Example: Bacteria reproduce asexually through binary fission.
Example: Mountains or rivers can act as geographical barriers.
Related Topics
Phylogenetic Species Concept
Focuses on the evolutionary history and relationships among species.
intermediateMorphological Species Concept
Defines species based on physical characteristics and traits.
intermediateEcological Species Concept
Defines species based on their ecological niche and role in the environment.
intermediateKey Concepts
InterbreedingFertilityNatural ConditionsSpecies Boundaries