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An Illustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology uses a combination of visual presentations and the symbolic logic of algebra and calculus to provide the most accessible introduction to ecological theory available.

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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100195085124

ISBN-139780195085129

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Number of Pages464 Pages

Publication NameIllustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology

LanguageEnglish

SubjectLife Sciences / Ecology

Publication Year1999

TypeTextbook

AuthorTed J. Case

Subject AreaScience

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.8 in

Item Weight35.3 Oz

Item Length8.3 in

Item Width10.9 in

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Reviews"For many students of ecology, the more mathematical aspects of ecology theory are difficult, if not impossible, to penetrate. This book offers the best effort that I have seen to help remedy this situation. This is an attractive, large format book and, as the title suggests, is generouslyfurnished with illustrations. The real strength is in the meticulous care with which Case covers virtually every important topic across a broad array of theoretical ecology, from single species to multispecies communities. The elements of demography are covered in great detail, but, at the sametime, more advanced ideas, such as the effects of temporal and individual variability on population growth rate and probability of extinction, are woven into the text in a way that make them just as natural and easy to grasp." -- Donald DeAngelis, BioScience, Sept 2000, Vol. 50, No. 9, "Really an excellent text; it supplies a thorough, biology-based introduction to ecological theory. I expect it will prove very useful for my course in population ecology for natural resource management students. The authors' explicit use of multiple modes of learning is refreshing."--Mark C. Andersen, New Mexico State University"A terrific resource. It is all the basic mathematical underpinnings of ecology that I spend hours trying to explain to students at all levels--explained better than I do it--PLUS the things that I have to review myself before opening my mouth on theoretical issues. Two levels of excellent diagrams give rigourous heuristic justifications for the algebraic formalism. I'm also recommending this highly to my colleagues as a supplement for all undergraduatecoursees that even touch on theory, and as a main text for any heavily theoretical course."--Henry S. Horn, Princeton University"For many students of ecology, the more mathematical aspects of ecology theory are difficult, if not impossible, to penetrate. This book offers the best effort that I have seen to help remedy this situation. This is an attractive, large format book and, as the title suggests, is generously furnished with illustrations. The real strength is in the meticulous care with which Case covers virtually every important topic across a broad array of theoretical ecology,from single species to multispecies communities. The elements of demography are covered in great detail, but, at the same time, more advanced ideas, such as the effects of temporal and individualvariability on population growth rate and probability of extinction, are woven into the text in a way that make them just as natural and easy to grasp." -- Donald DeAngelis, BioScience, Sept 2000, Vol. 50, No. 9, "Really an excellent text; it supplies a thorough, biology-based introduction to ecological theory. I expect it will prove very useful for my course in population ecology for natural resource management students. The authors' explicit use of multiple modes of learning is refreshing."--Mark C.Andersen, New Mexico State University, "A terrific resource. It is all the basic mathematical underpinnings of ecology that I spend hours trying to explain to students at all levels--explained better than I do it--PLUS the things that I have to review myself before opening my mouth on theoretical issues. Two levels of excellentdiagrams give rigourous heuristic justifications for the algebraic formalism. I'm also recommending this highly to my colleagues as a supplement for all undergraduate coursees that even touch on theory, and as a main text for any heavily theoretical course."--Henry S. Horn, PrincetonUniversity

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Dewey Edition21

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal577/.01

Table Of Content1c PrefacePART I: Population Ecology1. Exponential and Geometric Population Growth2. Spatial, Temporal, and Individual Variation in Birth and Death Rates3. Population Growth with Age or Stage Structure4. Demographic Relationships5. Density-Dependent Population Growth6. Population Regulation, Limiting Factors, and Temporal Variability7. Life History Trade-Offs8. Reproductive Value and the Evolutionary Theory of Aging9. Density-Dependent Selection on Life History TraitsPART II: Species Interactions and Community Ecology10. Exploited Resources11. The Mechanics of Predation12. Predator-Prey Systems: Predator Dynamics and Effects on Prey13. Stability of Predator-Prey Systems: Analytical Methods (Advanced)14. Competitors15. Multi-species Communities16. Space, Islands, and MetapopulationsPART III: AppendicesAppendix 1: PREPARATION, PART 1: Visualizing EquationsPREPARATION, PART 2: Terms and Methods of Model Building in Population BiologyAppendix 2: Some Matrix OperationsAppendix 3: Solving for Equilibrium Points in Dynamical Systems, the Inverse of a Square Matrix, and Some Useful Facts from Linear AlgebraAppendix 4: Some Useful Mathematical Identities and ApproximationsAppendix 5: CalculusAppendix 6: Functions of Random VariablesLiterature CitedIndex

SynopsisAn Illustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology uses a combination of visual presentations and the symbolic logic of algebra and calculus to provide the most accessible introduction to ecological theory available. It gives students the basic tools they need to understand the complexities of ecological systems and to analyze simple quantitative ecological problems. The author walks students through the most common models in ecology, beginning with firstprinciples and then gently making each formulation accessible through a step-by-step development of equations paired with lavish illustrations. He also applies theoretical developments to practical issues inconservation and resource management, offering a more visceral understanding of the purpose and utility of the theory and demonstrating how it may need modification in its application to real-world problems and future directions. The text also includes some basic ecological genetics and an exploration of metapopulation dynamics. An Illustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology is enhanced by over 500 two-color diagrams, many end-of-chapter problems, and a website thatincludes simulation models that parallel each chapters development (http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/BookCase). Ideal as a main text for advanced undergraduate courses in theoretical and mathematical ecology orconservation biology, this unique book can also serve as a supplement or a self-guided tutorial in general ecology, population ecology, and community ecology courses., An Illustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology uses a combination of visual presentations and the symbolic logic of algebra and calculus to provide the most accessible introduction to ecological theory available. It gives students the basic tools they need to understand the complexities of ecological systems and to analyze simple quantitative ecological problems. The author walks students through the most common models in ecology, beginning with first principles and then gently making each formulation accessible through a step-by-step development of equations paired with lavish illustrations. He also applies theoretical developments to practical issues in conservation and resource management, offering a more visceral understanding of the purpose and utility of the theory and demonstrating how it may need modification in its application to real-world problems and future directions. The text also includes some basic ecological genetics and an exploration of metapopulation dynamics. An Illustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology is enhanced by over 500 two-color diagrams, many end-of-chapter problems, and a website that includes simulation models that parallel each chapters development (http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/BookCase). Ideal as a main text for advanced undergraduate courses in theoretical and mathematical ecology or conservation biology, this unique book can also serve as a supplement or a self-guided tutorial in general ecology, population ecology, and community ecology courses., This book is a primer of theoretical ecology with problem sets and illustrations in two colors. It walks through the most common models in ecology starting from first principles. It reviews empirical evidence for and against model assumptions and then explores the implications of the models in applied conservation and resource management. Also included are some basic ecological genetics with applications in life history theory and an exploration of metapopulationdynamics., An Illustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology uses a combination of visual presentations and the symbolic logic of algebra and calculus to provide the most accessible introduction to ecological theory available. It gives students the basic tools they need to understand the complexities of ecological systems and to analyze simple quantitative ecological problems. The author walks students through the most common models in ecology, beginning with first principles and then gently making each formulation accessible through a step-by-step development of equations paired with lavish illustrations. He also applies theoretical developments to practical issues in conservation and resource management, offering a more visceral understanding of the purpose and utility of the theory and demonstrating how it may need modification in its application to real-world problems and future directions. The text also includes some basic ecological genetics and an exploration of metapopulation dynamics. An Illustrated Guide to Theoretical Ecology is enhanced by over 500 two-color diagrams, many end-of-chapter problems, and a website that includes simulation models that parallel each chapters development (http: //www.nceas.ucsb.edu/BookCase). Ideal as a main text for advanced undergraduate courses in theoretical and mathematical ecology or conservation biology, this unique book can also serve as a supplement or a self-guided tutorial in general ecology, population ecology, and community ecology courses.

LC Classification NumberQH541.15.M3C36 2000