Question

certain species of whiptail lizards have only female individuals and no males. these lizards reproduce asexually. what is one disadvantage of asexual reproduction for these lizards? a a new population can be established by a single individual in a relatively short period of time. b all the members of a population are genetically very similar and less able to survive environmental changes. c they are smaller than lizards that reproduce sexually. d they are more likely to develop a variety of tail lengths.

Explanation:

Asexual reproduction produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent. Lack of genetic variation makes the population less adaptable to environmental changes.

Answer:

B. All the members of a population are genetically very similar and less able to survive environmental changes.