Two plant species live in the same location and flower at the same time, but do not hybridize because they have

unique pollinators. This is an example of ____.



a. hybrid inviability
b. hybrid breakdown
c. a postmating reproductive mechanism
d. a postzygotic reproductive barrier
e. a prezygotic reproductive barrier


ANSWER: e

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