species selection

species selection

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.

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species selection

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.

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MICHAEL ALLABY. "species selection." A Dictionary of Zoology. 1999. Encyclopedia.com. 1 Jun. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

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species selection

species selection See orthoselection.

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MICHAEL ALLABY. "species selection." A Dictionary of Ecology. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. 1 Jun. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

MICHAEL ALLABY. "species selection." A Dictionary of Ecology. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. (June 1, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O14-speciesselection.html

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