This figure plots the breeding populations of fur seals as they recovered from uncontrolled hunting. Based on this graph, what is the approximate carrying capacity of the fur seal's breeding habitat? a) about 1,000 seals b) about 5,000 seals c) about 10,000 seals 1915 1925 1935 1945 Year 10 4 (spuesnoui) Breeding male fur seals

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