Polymorphism (biology)

In biology, polymorphism is the occurrence of two or more clearly different forms, or morphs, within the same interbreeding population of a species at the same time. Jaguars showing both light and dark coat colors within a single population are a well known example. The differences can be visible, such as coloration, or hidden, such as blood type, and polymorphism is treated as an important source of genetic diversity that can help a population cope with varied environmental conditions. This description is adapted from Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0; changes were made. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/