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Different between convergent and divergent

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Different between convergent and divergent
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Gaurav Seth 6 years, 2 months ago

<th>BASIS FOR COMPARISION</th> <th>CONVERGENT EVOLUTION</th> <th>DIVERGENT EVOLUTION</th>
Meaning When one or more different species evolve similarities in their characteristics and functions because of adaptations in an environment. When an ancestral species diverges into multiple different species, ultimately giving rise to new species.
Way of evolution They evolve from the different species but develops similar characteristics, like wings of birds and insects. They evolve from same species and gradually give rise to new species like Darwin finches which have evolved in around 80 new species.
Cause of evolution It is due to change in environmental conditions, or due to the place where they are living. Due to migration or may be due to environmental changes.
Way of living They live closely in the same way as other species, of which it has adapted the changes. They live in different ways from their ancestor.
Appearance The outer structure of a species may be different, but internally they resemble their ancestors. As this type give rise to totally new species, they can be different from outside as well as inside in appearance.
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