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allopatric

Syllabification: (al·lo·pat·ric)

Pronunciation: /ˌaləˈpatrik/

Definition of allopatric

adjective

Biology

(of animals or plants, especially of related species or populations) occurring in separate non-overlapping geographical areas. Compare with sympatric.
(of speciation) taking place as a result of allopatric separation.