species selection

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species selection A postulated evolutionary process in which selection acts on an entire species population, rather than individuals. This might occur, for example, as a consequence of the geographical range of a population, which affects the population as a whole and, possibly, its longevity or development.

species selection

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species selection A postulated evolutionary process in which selection acts on an entire species population, rather than individuals. This might occur e.g. as a consequence of the geographical range of a population, which affects the population as a whole and, possibly, its longevity or development.

species selection

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species selection See orthoselection.