noun
- plural of vicariance; instances of the geographical separation of a population into isolated groups by the formation of a barrier
Usage: biology; biogeography
Examples
- The formation of mountain ranges created multiple vicariances in the bird populations.
- Scientists studied the vicariances that occurred when the continent split apart.
- These vicariances led to the evolution of distinct species on each island.
- The research focused on vicariances caused by rising sea levels.
- Multiple vicariances in the region resulted in high biodiversity.
- The team mapped historical vicariances using genetic data.