Two examples of density dependent limiting factors are light and predation. Light won’t reach the ground unless the trees fall. The predation because of the wolf population is high. Two examples of density independent limiting factors are
temperature and volcanic eruptions. Many species cannot survive in the winter
temperatures which the taiga experience. Volcanic eruptions, plants, and animals
will be affected and so will their population size.
temperature and volcanic eruptions. Many species cannot survive in the winter
temperatures which the taiga experience. Volcanic eruptions, plants, and animals
will be affected and so will their population size.
For more information on the Taiga Biome go to:
http://www.ducksters.com/science/ecosystems/taiga_forest_biome.php