Question

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

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Thual reproduction, the bird population can produce offspring with a range of beak sizes and shapes, allowing some individuals to adapt to the new seed-only diet and survive. This genetic variation ensures that some birds will have the necessary traits to thrive in the changed environment.