The 3 Species That Break Genetics

The video explores the genetic complexity of beard tongues, a group of flowers in North America. Despite appearing as different species, they belong to a species complex, challenging traditional species definitions. The flowers are adapted to specific pollinators, bees or hummingbirds, which influences their genetic inheritance. Research reveals unusual genetic loci inheritance, defying the law of independent assortment. This selective pressure maintains distinct pollination traits, offering insights into species evolution and adaptation, potentially aiding in understanding rapid trait evolution in response to environmental changes.

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