Directional, Diversifying or Stabilizing selection?

[NewtoBiology]

Hello Biologists!!!

Would you be so kind as to explain the following...

During warm, dry weather large beetles had a greater number of offspring, while during cold, wet weather, small beetles had more offspring. is this an example of directional selection, diversifying selection, or stabilizing selection?

I would have to guess that it was diversifying selection as two unique types of beetles were forming. CAN ANYONE ADD TO THIS...

[MrMistery]

i would say stabilizing, as it would probably result in a "medium sized" beetle species. because they would get bigger in summer and smaller in weather. Get my point?

[mith]

however medium size was not mentioned.

I'd go with what you have now.

[Darby]

Since we're dealing with seasonal weather patterns, it does seem to suggest that over a few years' time, both sizes are favored; a diverse population has the best longterm survival potential, so I'd say you're right here.