Horses and zebras can be bred to produce a zorse, which is infertile. Which is most likely the reason zebras and horses are considered separate species?
A. They cannot breed.
B. Their offspring cannot breed.
C. They look different from each other.
D. They are found in different habitats.
Answer (1)
Zebras and horses are considered separate species mainly because their offspring, zorses, are infertile. This infertility indicates a biological barrier that prevents successful reproduction. Hence, the inability to produce fertile offspring is a key factor in species classification. ;
