This is a disadvantage of sexual reproduction compared to asexual reproduction. Only half the population (females) can produce the offspring, so fewer offspring will be produced when compared to asexual reproduction.
Species that reproduce sexually (and have separate sexes) must maintain two different types of individuals, males and females. The genetic diversity of sexually produced offspring is thought to give sexually reproducing individuals greater fitness because more of their offspring may survive and reproduce in an unpredictable or changing environment. In an unstable or unpredictable environment, species that reproduce asexually may be at a disadvantage because all the offspring are genetically identical and may not be adapted to different conditions.ĭuring sexual reproduction, the genetic material of two individuals is combined to produce genetically diverse offspring that differ from their parents. In a stable or predictable environment, asexual reproduction is an effective means of reproduction because all the offspring will be adapted to that environment. A single individual can produce offspring asexually and large numbers of offspring can be produced quickly these are two advantages that asexually reproducing organisms have over sexually reproducing organisms. Asexual reproduction produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent because the offspring are all clones of the original parent. Both methods have advantages and disadvantages. Some animals produce offspring through asexual reproduction while other animals produce offspring through sexual reproduction.
Describe advantages and disadvantages of asexual and sexual reproduction.By the end of this section, you will be able to:
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