👉 Polyphyleticism is a concept in evolutionary biology that refers to the idea that different species of organisms can be grouped together based on shared traits or characteristics. This grouping, known as polyphyletic groups, may consist of multiple species with similar genetic makeup but distinct populations of individuals. For example, the family of mammals (such as dogs and cats) is a polyphyletic group because they share many common traits such as fur coloration, vocalizations, and diet. Similarly,
