The model of metapopulations also postulates that many species occupy their patches only temporarily, that sooner or later they will be eliminated by competition or some other factor. If this is true, would such a patch make a suitable wildlife preserve for that species? Discuss what wildlife managers might have to do with such a preserve.

The model of metapopulations also postulates that many species occupy their patches only temporarily, that sooner or later they will be eliminated by competition or some other factor. If this is true, would such a patch make a suitable wildlife preserve for that species? Discuss what wildlife managers might have to do with such a preserve.

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