Which term describes a group of similar individuals that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring?

• A. Niche
• B. Population
• C. Species
• D. Community

Answer: (C)

A species is a group of similar individuals that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring. That reproductive compatibility means they share a gene pool and stay as a distinct group. So this term is the best fit because it specifically describes the ability to mate and have offspring that can themselves reproduce. If two organisms can’t produce fertile offspring, they’re considered separate species. A niche is about the role and resources a species uses in its environment, not about the group’s ability to interbreed. A population is the number of individuals of a species in a given area. A community includes all living organisms in that area, across many species.