Which of the following possible isolating mechanisms prevents individuals from wasting time and energy hybridizing with an individual of another species?
A) behavioral isolation
B) genetic isolation
C) reduced hybrid viability
D) hybrid breakdown

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Behavioral isolation prevents individuals from different species from mating because they have different mating rituals, calls, or other behaviors. This mechanism helps individuals recognize and mate with members of their own species, thus avoiding the wasted effort on hybridization with other species.

Which of the Following Possible Isolating Mechanisms Prevents Individuals from Wasting