Figure 51.13
-Looking at the data in the figure above from the hare/lynx experiment, what conclusion can you draw?

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The data in the figure shows that when the hare population increases, the lynx population also increases but with a delay. This suggests that lynx predation plays a role in regulating the hare population. However, the hare population also experiences fluctuations independent of the lynx population, such as during the peak in 1882-1883. This suggests that other factors, such as food availability, can also limit hare populations. Therefore, the best conclusion is that hare populations are limited by both predation and food availability.

Figure 51.13 -Looking at the Data in the Figure Above from the from the Hare/lynx