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Evolutionary rescue via niche construction: Infrequent construction can prevent post-invasion extinction.
Theoretical population biology - 1 Oct 2023
Longcamp Alexander, Draghi Jeremy
Abstract excerpt
A population experiencing habitat loss can avoid extinction by undergoing genetic adaptation-a process known as evolutionary rescue. Here we analytically approximate the probability of evolutionary rescue via a niche-constructing mutation that allows carriers to convert a novel, unfavorable reproductive habitat to a favorable state at a cost to their fecundity. We analyze competition between mutants and...
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