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Asexual Reproduction

asexual reproduction - hydra

This picture shows asexual reproduction in a hydra by budding. Below is an image showing asexual reproduction in green algae by binary fission. The advantages of asexual reproduction are that it can occur quickly and easily without the difficulty of finding a mate. So in favourable conditions, organisms can reproduce many genetically identical offspring that are well suited to their environment. However, the disadvantages are that there is very little variation in the community, so when environmental conditions change, these organisms may not be able to survive. Sexual reproduction produces much varation, allowing for different environmental conditions.

Video from Britannica.com: Plant reproduction – Asexual Reproduction

Visual Glossary of terms: Asexually Reproducing Organisms

asexual reproduction - algae