A group of similar organisms which are genetically distinct and reproductively isolated, is called a/an -

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A group of similar organisms which are genetically distinct and reproductively isolated, is called a Species.

Species in biology, classification, comprising related organisms that share common characteristics and are capable of interbreeding.
A species is the biggest gene pool possible under natural conditions.
Individuals of a single species can mate and produce viable offspring with one another but almost never with members of other species.
Every species is assigned a standard two-part name of genus and species.
The genus is the generic name that includes closely related species;
Correct order of classification is
- Domain, kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, species.