= Ricker model
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The Ricker model is a mathematical model used in ecology to describe population dynamics, particularly for species with discrete breeding seasons. It was introduced by the Canadian ecologist William E. Ricker in the 1950s. The model is especially suited for populations that experience a rapid increase in numbers followed by a decline, which can happen due to factors like resource limitation or increased competition as the population grows.
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