There are about 136 species of fireflies. Each species produces a different pattern of flashing light. It is believed that these different light signals help the male and female of a single species to mate. All of the species are believed to have been descended from a common ancestor, and many species can be found living in the same habitat, but do not mate with the wrong species.
Which of the following best describes the evolution of these species from a common ancestor?
Question 10 options:
convergent evolution
artificial selection
coevolution
adaptive radiation