Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Interbreeding refers to when members of the same species mate and produce offspring.
Related terms
Hybridization: The process by which two different species breed with each other to create hybrid offspring.
Gene Flow/Migration: The transfer of genetic variation from one population to another. If individuals migrate between populations, they can introduce new genetic material.
Selective Breeding/Artificial Selection: A process used by humans to develop new organisms with desirable characteristics.