When a species lives in a constant environment for a long time, the "average type" of individual may have the best chance of surviving and producing the most offspring. What type of selection is occurring?

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Stabilizing selection favors the "average type" of individual and selects against extreme variations. This type of selection occurs in a constant environment where the traits that are best suited to the environment are already established.

When a Species Lives in a Constant Environment for a Long