👉 Seminovelty is a concept in evolutionary biology that refers to the phenomenon where individuals with similar genetic makeup (semimutualism) evolve to have different traits or behaviors, often leading to genetic variation and adaptation. It occurs when two species of organisms with similar genetic makeup are able to coexist and develop divergent traits due to differences in their ecological niches and physical characteristics. In the context of seminovelty, it means that individuals who share a common ancestor can evolve different traits