Abstract
We motivate and describe a class of nonlinear Leslie matrix models for semelparous populations, like cicadas and Pacific salmon. We then focus on a Cushing-inspired special case for which one can show rigorously that a heteroclinic boundary cycle exists and attracts nearby orbits for a certain range of parameters. Along the way we formulate some open problems concerning a carrying simplex and global behaviour.
Original language | Undefined |
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Pages (from-to) | 327-335 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Journal of difference equations and applications |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 4 Apr 2005 |
Keywords
- Heteroclinic cycle
- METIS-226013
- Leslie matrix model
- IR-74623
- Semelparous species
- EWI-13996