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Stabilizing, Directional, and Diversifying Selection

The Evolution of the Peppered Moth

The Evolution of the Peppered Moth

Typica and carbonaria morphs resting on the same tree.The light-colored typica (below the bark's scar) is nearly invisible on this pollution-free tree, camouflaging it from predators.

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Related Terms

  • directional selection
  • stabilizing selection
  • disruptive selection
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