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The central importance of modelling in ecology cannot be overstated. Identifying the complex relationships between ecological patterns and processes is a pressing need. Ecological modelling both qualitative and quantitative plays a vital role in analyzing ecological phenomena as well as in developing ecological theory. §This textbook is a unique and comprehensive overview of modelling concepts and approaches. Representing the state-of-the-art in modern ecology, it shows how to construct and work with a range of models, supplies the background to each approach, and explains how they are used in ecology.§Differential equations, matrix approaches, Lindenmayer systems and numerous other models are explained, and application studies are presented that demonstrate their use. The text also provides references and links to software tools and course materials. With chapters from key specialists in the field, this is an essential addition to the literature for teachers, students, scientists and researchers alike.
