n the last few years many species have shifted their ranges toward the poles. Th

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n the last few years many species have shifted their ranges toward the poles. The most likely explanation for this is

A)

decreased gene flow from central to marginal populations

B)

growth of populations near the periphery of the former range allowing adaptation to the conditions at the edge of the range

C)

warming of the planet in the higher latitudes

D)

reduced interspecific competition

decreased gene flow from central to marginal populations

B)

growth of populations near the periphery of the former range allowing adaptation to the conditions at the edge of the range

C)

warming of the planet in the higher latitudes

D)

reduced interspecific competition

Explanation / Answer

C warming of the planet in higher latitudes causes their migration to further polar regions for cold temp conditions.

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