Divergent selective pressures in short turf and rough vegetation habitats likely drove distinct shifts in allele frequencies, reflecting adaptations to specific environmental challenges in each habitat.
In the short turf habitat, a notable increase in the frequency of alleles associated with traits advantageous for survival in that specific environment may have occurred. These traits could include adaptations to compact soil, reduced height for better wind resistance, or enhanced nutrient uptake.
The selective pressures exerted by the unique conditions of the short turf habitat likely favored individuals carrying these beneficial alleles, leading to an observable shift in allele frequencies over time.
Conversely, in the rough vegetation habitat, different selective pressures may have influenced changes in allele frequencies. Traits such as increased height, stronger stems, or enhanced camouflage might be advantageous in this environment, and individuals with corresponding alleles may have experienced greater reproductive success.
As a result, the population in the rough vegetation habitat may exhibit an altered allele frequency profile, reflective of adaptations to the challenges posed by the vegetation structure and associated ecological factors.