Question

• What are three factors that might limit a deer population size?

Answer 1

1. Predation – Predators such as wolves, coyotes, and mountain lions can limit deer population size by preying on deer.
2. Disease – Diseases such as chronic wasting disease, bovine tuberculosis, and bluetongue can reduce deer population size.
3. Habitat Loss – Loss of habitat due to human activities such as urbanization, deforestation, and agricultural development can reduce the amount of suitable habitat for deer, limiting their population size.