Ground squirrels are found in many areas of the united states. they live in underground burrows and are often attacked by birds of prey, coyotes, and bobcats. which of the following is a limiting factor for a ground squirrel population? a. a population of tree squirrels b. a population of hawks c. genetic variability d. breeding season

The population of the ground squirrels will be limited by the population of the hawks. The population of the hawks, thus, will be a limiting factor for the population of the ground squirrels. The Hawks are the birds of prey that feeds on squirrels. With the increased number of hawks in the same area as them will put these squirrels in danger. The population of the tree squirrels, however, will have no affect on the population of the ground squirrels. The genetic variability and breeding season are not limiting factors for their population either.

Hence, the correct answer is 'option B - a population of hawks'.

population of hawks

Explanation:

any abiotic or biotic factor in an ecosystem that causes a population's size to slow or decrease is a limiting factor.