Question

what might a geographic barrier such as a large river cause the formation of a new species of small rodent but not a new species of birds?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Any kind of geographical barrier restricts breeding among two groups. This leads to speciation i.e formation of new species. River is a geographical barrier for small rodent but not for birds since they can fly and cross the river.

Answer 3

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