In the autumn, many birds will collect seeds and then hide them in various caches throughout their habitat. The birds will guard their caches from other birds, and move the caches if they start to dry out. These caches provide a food source for the birds during the winter. What is an abiotic factor that contributed to the evolution of this set of behaviors? A. being preyed upon by larger birds B. limited food availability C. cold winter climate D. competition with other birds for space