Summary Of Darwin's Theory Of Natural Selection

In chapter 3, Wilson compares Darwin’s Theory of Natural Selection to a “recipe with three ingredients” – variation, consequences and heredity – where the end result is definite and unavoidable. Variation may be manifested in the physical appearance, behavior and other measurable or observable characteristics. These distinct differences in traits among individuals determine their survival, reproduction or reaction to situations. Traits are also passed on from parent to offspring because of heredity.
Wilson discussed moths
To illustrate further the interplay and interaction of these three ingredients, Wilson discussed

used a condensed version of “Darwin’s moth,” one of the best known examples of natural selection, better known as Darwin’s