Gulls recognize their own species by the type of ring around the eye.This is an example of
A)geographical isolation.
B)ecological isolation.
C)behavioral isolation.
D)physiological isolation.
E)temporal isolation.

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This is an example of behavioral isolation, as the gulls are able to distinguish their own species based on a specific behavior (recognition of the ring around the eye) and are less likely to mate or interact with individuals of other species. Geographical isolation involves physical barriers that prevent organisms from interbreeding, ecological isolation occurs when organisms occupy different niches or habitats, physiological isolation involves physical or biochemical differences that prevent reproduction, and temporal isolation involves differences in reproduction timing. None of these concepts are applicable in this scenario.

Gulls Recognize Their Own Species by the Type of Ring