species-specific

[ spee-sheez-spi-sif-ik, spee-seez- ]

adjective

, Ecology.

1. associated with or limited to one species only.

Example Sentences

These samples were then genetically tested using a species-specific marker called a DNA barcode.

From Salon

"The structure, metabolism and interaction of maternal and fetal tissue are unique and species-specific."

From Science Daily

The team found that, compared to the X chromosome, the Y chromosome varies greatly across ape species and harbors many species-specific sequences.

From Science Daily

All four species use very similar pheromones, but mix them in a species-specific way.

From Science Daily

Fruit flies rely not only on chemical signals to mate, but also on the singing of species-specific songs, which they produce by vibrating their wings.

From Science Daily