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system. If the available data base is rich, the model architecture may be more
complex, with more functional compartments defined and meaningful input para-
meters obtained. If time series of compartment biomasses, environmental para-
meters, fisheries effort or catch are available, the mechanisms causing observed
ecosystem changes can be explored over any relevant time period. EwE can thus
also be applied as a complex modelling tool for simulating scenarios of ecosystem
change under varying boundary conditions. As mentioned in Table
5.2
the spatial
dynamics of the system can also be modelled if spatially explicit data for the model
compartments are available.
Further Reading
For Beginners
Christensen V, Pauly D (1995) Fish production, catches and the carrying capacity of the world
oceans. ICLARM Q 18(3):34-40
Polovina J (1984) Model of a coral reef ecosystem I. The ECOPATH model and its application to
French frigate shoals. Coral Reefs 3:1-11
Wolff M (2002) Concepts and approaches for marine ecosystem research with reference to the
tropics. Rev Biol Trop 50(2):395-414
For Advanced Scientists
Christensen V, Walters CJ (2004) Ecopath with ecosim: methods, capabilities and limitations.
Ecol Model 172:109-139
Pauly D, Christensen V, Walters C (2000) Ecopath, ecosim, and ecospace as tools for evaluating
ecosystem impact of fisheries. ICES J Mar Sci 57:697-706
Ulanowicz RE (1986) Growth and development: ecosystems phenomenology. Springer, New
York, 203 pp
