Definition:
Adaptive radiation refers to the evolutionary process where diverse species emerge from a common ancestor and spread out in various directions.e.g
1. Darwin’s finches on the Galapagos Islands exemplify adaptive radiation, originating from a single seed-eating species that arrived by chance.
2. The diverse beak shapes in these finches evolved as a result of distinct feeding habits, allowing various birds to thrive by adapting to the specific food sources available in their environment.