Oceanic islands can be home to species found nowhere else on earth. Why?.

RaSha asked Feb 12, 2023

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RaSha asked Feb 12, 2023

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that is because Islands are often isolated, minimizing gene flow and maximizing diversification.

AaronI answered Feb 18, 2023

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