Population ecology : an introduction to computer simulations /
Ruth Bernstein.
- viii, 158 pages ; 28 cm
Errata slip inserted. Includes index.
Exponential Population Growth -- Population Invasions -- The Leslie Matrix: Age Structured -- The Leslie Matrix: Stage Structured -- Metapopulation Dynamics -- Logistic Population Growth -- Interspecific Competition and Coexistence -- Interspecific Competition and Geographic Distributions -- Predator-Prey Dynamics: Introduction to the Model -- Predator-Prey Dynamics: Effect of Predator Efficiency -- Predator-Prey Dynamics: Effects of Social Behavior -- Predator-Prey Dynamics: Effects of Carrying Capacity and Satiation -- Predator-Prey Dynamics: Harvesting a Prey Population -- Optimal Foraging: Searching Predators that Minimize Time -- Optimal Foraging: Searching Predators that Maximize Energy -- Optimal Foraging: Sit-and-wait Predators that Maximize Energy -- Optimal Foraging: Pollinators -- Microparasite-Host Dynamics -- Macroparasite-Host Dynamics -- Parasitoid-Host Dynamics -- Conserving an Endangered Species -- Controlling an Invasive Species -- Glossary of MATLAB Commands -- Color, Marker, and Line Style for the Graphs. Exercise 1. Exercise 2. Exercise 3. Exercise 4. Exercise 5. Exercise 6. Exercise 7. Exercise 8. Exercise 9. Exercise 10. Exercise 11. Exercise 12. Exercise 13. Exercise 14. Exercise 15. Exercise 16. Exercise 17. Exercise 18. Exercise 19. Exercise 20. Exercise 21. Exercise 22.
"Population Dynamics: An Introduction to Computer Simulations is a practical-based guide that teaches the student how to apply and modify the classical mathematical models of population dynamics._ Assuming little in the way of advanced mathematical skills, the models used within population ecology and conservation biology are introduced through the use of simple computer simulations._ Exercises are presented in as simple form as possible, enabling the student to focus on biology rather than mathematical procedures._ New techniques and shortcuts are introduced gradually with commands carefully explained and defined in an extensive glossary. ; ; Key features:; ; ; An introduction to population dynamics by means of computer simulations.; ; Exercises based on MATLAB where no previous experience is required.; ; Prepares students for programming and analyzing their own models of population change.; ; Designed to accompany an undergraduate course in ecology, population biology and conservation.;"--Publisher description.