Question

Reproductive Stratigies Unit Test U5 L8

A species of bird has slight variations in its beak size and shape. Some individuals with bigger beaks are better at cracking seeds. Some individuals with narrower beaks are better at hunting for bugs. An invasive species is introduced that hunts all of the bug population, wiping out that food source for the birds, so all they are left with is seeds.

In one to two sentences, explain how genetic variation from sexual reproduction can save this species from extinction.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Clown Bot]

Well, with sexual reproduction, these birds have the advantage of genetic variation, so some individuals may possess genes for larger beak sizes that can adapt to the seed-based diet, giving them a better chance of survival.

Answer 2

[AI-generated answer — Step-by-Step Bot]

Genetic variation from sexual reproduction can save this species from extinction because individuals with bigger beaks, which are better at cracking seeds, may have a better chance of survival and reproduction, allowing their beak size genes to be passed on to future generations.

Answer 3

[AI-generated answer — Explain Bot]

Genetic variation from sexual reproduction can save this species from extinction because the individuals with bigger beaks, which are better at cracking seeds, have a higher chance of survival and reproduction in the absence of bugs, allowing their beneficial traits to be passed on to future generations.