Q67 / 200 · MHT CET - Medical 2026 (21 April Shift 1) · Biology

Darwin's finches is the classic example of --------------------.

  • A
    Habitat isolation
  • B
    Seasonal isolation
  • Correct answer
    C
    Geographical isolation
  • D
    Ethological isolation

Solution

Darwin's finches are a classic example of adaptive radiation and allopatric speciation, which occurs due to geographical isolation. The finches migrated to the Galapagos Islands and became geographically isolated from the mainland population and from each other on different islands. This isolation prevented interbreeding and allowed them to evolve into distinct species adapted to different ecological niches.

Answer: Geographical isolation

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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