Two plant species live in the same location and flower at the same time, but do not hybridize because they have unique pollinators. This is an example of ____.
A) hybrid inviability
B) hybrid breakdown
C) a postmating reproductive mechanism
D) a postzygotic reproductive barrier
E) a prezygotic reproductive barrier

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This scenario describes a prezygotic reproductive barrier, where different species are prevented from mating and producing offspring due to mechanisms that occur before fertilization, such as having unique pollinators.

Two Plant Species Live in the Same Location and Flower