Ecotypically

/ˌɛkoʊˈtɪpɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is characteristic of or relating to an ecotype adapted to specific environmental conditions.

Etymology

From 'ecotypic' plus '-ally' suffix, creating an adverbial form to describe how ecotype-related characteristics are expressed or occur.

Kelly Says

When organisms differ 'ecotypically,' it's not just one individual adapting to weather—it's deep, inherited differences that make each local population uniquely suited to its particular corner of the world.

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