Definitions

1. noun

The process or phenomenon by which two or more populations of the same species become reproductively isolated due to geographical barriers, resulting in the formation of new species.

“The biologist studied the allopatry of the mountain lion population and its effect on the ecosystem.”

2. noun

A region or area in which a particular species or population is geographically isolated from others.

“The researchers identified a specific allopatry of the red wolf population in the southeastern United States.”