Biological Invasions: Theory and PracticeOxford University Press, UK, 6 févr. 1997 - 218 pages This book deals with the ecological effect a species can have when it moves into an environment that it has not previously occupied (commonly referred to as an 'Invasion'). It is unique in presenting a clear and accessible introduction to a highly complex area - the modelling of biological invasions. The book presents the latest theories and models developed from studies into this crucial area. It includes data and examples from biological case studies showing how the models can be applied to the study of invasions, whether dealing with AIDS, the European rabbit, or prickly pear cactuses. - ;In nature, all organisms migrate or disperse to some extent, either by walking, swimming, flying, or being transported by wind or water. When a species succeeds in colonising an area that it has not previously inhabited, this is referred to as an `invasion'. Humans can precipitate biological invasions often spreading disease or pests by their travels around the world. Using the large amount of data that has been collected from studies worldwide, ranging from pest control to epidemiology, it has been possible to construct mathematical models that can predict which species will become an invader, what kind of habitat is susceptible to invasion by a particular species, and how fast an invasion will spread if it occurs. This book presents a clear and accessible introduction to this highly complex area. Included are data and examples from biological case studies showing how these models can be applied to the study of invasions, whether dealing with AIDS, the European rabbit, or prickly pear cactuses. - |
Table des matières
Introduction | 1 |
Diffusion models and biological waves | 35 |
Travelling waves in heterogeneous environments | 61 |
Invasion by stratified diffusion | 79 |
Invasion of competing species | 104 |
Competition for open space | 114 |
Invasion of predators | 133 |
Epidemic models and propagation of infectious diseases | 144 |
Invasion of rabies in Europe | 166 |
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Expressions et termes fréquents
America approaches assume become boundary break calculated carrying capacity caused Chapter colony competition condition considered constant curve death depending derived determined diffusion coefficient direction discussed disease dispersal distance distribution disturbance effect environment epidemic equation equilibrium establishment estimated Europe eventually examine example extinction favourable Figure Fisher front ft ft ft function given growth rate host increase indicates individuals infected initial introduced invading species invasion km/year later long-distance mathematical mean move North observed obtain occurs offspring open space organisms origin parameters patch pattern period phase population density positive presented primary propagating rabies radius random range expansion reached region represents reproduction respectively seen shown in Fig shows side solution space spatial speed spread spread rate successful takes term threshold travelling wave unfavourable values various varying width
Informations bibliographiques
| Titre | Biological Invasions: Theory and Practice |
| Auteurs | Nanako Shigesada, Kohkichi Kawasaki |
| Éditeur | Oxford University Press, UK, 1997 |
| ISBN | 0191589829, 9780191589829 |
| Longueur | 218 pages |
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