Preview - Wolf Vs. Sheep

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Change the "grass?" setting to on. Keep all other settings the same.

Hit "setup" and "run". Then let the sim run for 300 ticks before hitting "go" and answering the questions.

 

Questions

Please answer the questions below.

Explain the difference to the ecosystem when grass is turned on vs. turned off.

Explain how grass indirectly affects the population of wolves. Use the simulation to help explain your claim.

Describe the relationship between the sheep and grass population over time. Be very detailed in your description.

Would you describe this ecosystem as stable or unstable. Explain why or why not.

 What would happen if another sheep predator was added to the habitat. Describe the effect on the sheep as well as the wolf population.

Notes

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