Ricker Model

The Ricker Model is a mathematical way to describe how a population grows over time, especially when resources are limited. It predicts that populations increase rapidly at first, then slow down as they reach the environment's capacity. The model uses a formula where the current population influences the growth rate and accounts for factors like competition and space. Essentially, it helps ecologists understand and forecast how populations might fluctuate or stabilize, considering the natural constraints that prevent unlimited growth.