Homo Sapiens Sapiens Interbreeding: Fertile Offspring %

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In summary, the percentage of sub-species of homo sapiens sapiens producing fertile offspring (excluding prolonged selective-breeding with the same genes) is 0%. This is because there are no extant sub-species of H. sapiens, with H. sapiens idaltu being the only other subspecies which is now considered a separate species. The interbreeding between H. neanderthalensis and H. sapiens does not result in any reproductive barriers among humans.
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What's the percentage of sub-species of homo sapiens sapiens producing fertile offspring (excluding prolonged selective-breeding with the same genes)?

What circumstances make the percentage less than 100%??
 
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What have you found so far?
 
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Trisomi 21 for example...
 
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0oZe said:
What's the percentage of sub-species of homo sapiens sapiens producing fertile offspring (excluding prolonged selective-breeding with the same genes)?

What circumstances make the percentage less than 100%??

Emphasis mine, we have no sub-species.
 
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What's the percentage of sub-species of homo sapiens sapiens producing fertile offspring (excluding prolonged selective-breeding with the same genes)?

What circumstances make the percentage less than 100%??

What ryan_m_b said. There are no extant subspecies of H. sapiens. H. sapiens idaltu is the only other subspecies other than H. sapiens sapiens. Neanderthals were considered to be a sister subspecies, but they were later found to in fact be a separate species. The molecular evidence from the Neanderthal Genome Project confirms this. There has been some interbreeding between H. neanderthalensis and our species, but this is contentious because of the likelihood of the human DNA contamination in the Neanderthal samples. As far as I know, the Neanderthal genes in the human genome (about 0-5%) do not cause any pre- or post-zygotic reproductive barriers among humans.
 
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ryan_m_b said:
Emphasis mine, we have no sub-species.
I was hoping he'd google and see that homo sapiens sapiens is the sub species of homo sapiens.
 

Related to Homo Sapiens Sapiens Interbreeding: Fertile Offspring %

1. What is the definition of "Homo Sapiens Sapiens Interbreeding: Fertile Offspring %"?

"Homo Sapiens Sapiens Interbreeding: Fertile Offspring %" refers to the percentage of successful pregnancies and viable offspring resulting from interbreeding between two individuals of the Homo sapiens sapiens species.

2. Is interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations common?

Yes, interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations has been observed throughout history and is still occurring today. This is due to the fact that humans have migrated and interacted with one another, leading to genetic mixing and eventual interbreeding.

3. Are there any genetic risks associated with interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations?

There is some evidence that interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations may increase the risk of certain genetic disorders. This is because when individuals from different populations interbreed, they may also pass on genetic mutations that are more prevalent in their own population.

4. Can interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations lead to the creation of new species?

No, interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations does not lead to the creation of new species. This is because the individuals involved are still members of the same species, Homo sapiens sapiens, and are able to produce fertile offspring.

5. How does interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations affect genetic diversity?

Interbreeding between different Homo sapiens sapiens populations can increase genetic diversity within a population. This is because it introduces new genetic variations and can help to prevent inbreeding and the negative effects of genetic bottlenecking.

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