J: List the THREE characteristics of a species.

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1. **Reproductive Compatibility**:  
   A species comprises organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring. This means that if two individuals belong to the same species, then mating between them yields viable, fertile progeny, while mating with individuals outside the species typically does not.

2. **Reproductive Isolation**:  
   Organisms of a species are reproductively isolated from those of other species. This isolation can arise from pre-zygotic barriers (such as differences in mating behavior or physical incompatibility) or post-zygotic barriers (such as hybrid inviability or sterility), ensuring that gene flow occurs primarily within the species.

3. **Genetic and Morphological Similarity**:  
   Members of a species share similar genetic makeup and exhibit common physical (morphological) traits. These similarities result from a shared evolutionary history and allow scientists to distinguish one species from another.

Each of these characteristics works together to define what a species is within the biological context.
A species has three main characteristics: 1. **Reproductive Compatibility**: Members can mate and produce fertile offspring. 2. **Reproductive Isolation**: They cannot interbreed with other species. 3. **Genetic and Morphological Similarity**: They share similar traits and genetics.

J: List the THREE characteristics of a species.

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