Quote by: Ernst Mayr

Most of them are doomed to rapid extinction, but a few may make evolutionary inventions, such as physiological, ecological, or behavioral innovations that give these species improved competitive potential.


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  • NameErnst Mayr
  • DescriptionGerman-American evolutionary biologist
  • BornJuly 5, 1904
  • DiedFebruary 3, 2005
  • CountryUnited States Of America; Germany
  • ProfessionCurator; Biologist; Zoologist; Ornithologist; Philosopher; Writer
  • AwardsCrafoord Prize; Balzan Prize