Two species of the garter snake in the genus Thamnophis are found in the same geographic region.These species are not likely to meet and attempt to reproduce because one lives mainly in the water,while the other species spends most of its time on land.This is known as
A)behavioral isolation.
B)habitat isolation.
C)temporal isolation.
D)zygote mortality.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Habitat isolation occurs when two species live in the same area but occupy different habitats, reducing the chances of them meeting and reproducing. In this case, one snake species lives in water and the other on land.

Two Species of the Garter Snake in the Genus Thamnophis