character convergence
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character convergence
[′kar·ik·tər kən‚vər·jəns] (ecology)
A process whereby two relatively evolved species interact so that one converges toward the other with respect to one or more traits.
Also found in: Medical.
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Simultaneous character convergence and divergence in Western Australian land snails.
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