Dispersion as a survival strategy
arXiv:1603.00907 · doi:10.1007/s10955-016-1571-3
Abstract
We consider stochastic growth models to represent population subject to catastrophes. We analyze the subject from different set ups considering or not spatial restrictions, whether dispersion is a good strategy to increase the population viability. We find out it strongly depends on the effect of a catastrophic event, the spatial constraints of the environment and the probability that each exposed individual survives when a disaster strikes.
2 figures, 19 pages