The Allee-type ideal free distribution (Q476795)

Population and distributional dynamics described by the replicator dynamics are studied. The ideal free distribution (IFD) does not imply local stability of a population equilibrium. Thus distributional stability is not sufficient for population stability. The Allee effects propagate pressure and the probability of establishment: a risk analysis for biological invasion by using integro-differential equations. The Allee effect can strongly influence not only population dynamics, but also population distribution in space. This effect is strong if the Allee threshold is positive and vice versa.