An evolutionary novel trait that allows a species to use new niches and undergo a high rate of speciation is

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A key innovation is a novel trait that allows a species to exploit a new niche, leading to increased speciation rates. This trait can be used as an adaptation to environmental changes, such as a new predator or new food source. Polyploidy, pleiotropy, and phylogenetic trees do not necessarily lead to increased speciation rates.

An Evolutionary Novel Trait That Allows a Species to Use