Mark-Recapture (Lincoln-Petersen) Calculator

This calculator helps biologists and ecologists estimate the size of a wildlife population using the Mark-Recapture method. This method is crucial for population management and conservation efforts.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
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Variables and units
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Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
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Results

Estimated Population Size (N): -

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are based strictly on the methodologies provided by EpiTools. All calculations are rigorously based on the formulas and data provided by this source.

The Formula Explained

Lincoln-Petersen Estimate Formula:

N = \(\frac{M \times C}{R}\)

Glossary of Variables

How It Works: A Step-by-Step Example

Suppose you marked 50 animals in a first sample (M). A week later, you capture 120 animals (C), 30 of which are marked (R). The estimated population size (N) would be calculated as follows:

N = (50 × 120) / 30 = 200

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Mark-Recapture method?

A statistical approach used for estimating the size of animal populations.

Why is it important?

It's used in ecology and wildlife management to assess population dynamics and conservation status.

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Mark-Recapture (Lincoln-Petersen) Calculator

This calculator helps biologists and ecologists estimate the size of a wildlife population using the Mark-Recapture method. This method is crucial for population management and conservation efforts.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
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Variables and units
  • No variables provided in audit spec.
Sources (authoritative):
Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
Verified by Ugo Candido on 2026-01-19
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Calculator

Results

Estimated Population Size (N): -

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are based strictly on the methodologies provided by EpiTools. All calculations are rigorously based on the formulas and data provided by this source.

The Formula Explained

Lincoln-Petersen Estimate Formula:

N = \(\frac{M \times C}{R}\)

Glossary of Variables

How It Works: A Step-by-Step Example

Suppose you marked 50 animals in a first sample (M). A week later, you capture 120 animals (C), 30 of which are marked (R). The estimated population size (N) would be calculated as follows:

N = (50 × 120) / 30 = 200

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Mark-Recapture method?

A statistical approach used for estimating the size of animal populations.

Why is it important?

It's used in ecology and wildlife management to assess population dynamics and conservation status.

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Mark-Recapture (Lincoln-Petersen) Calculator

This calculator helps biologists and ecologists estimate the size of a wildlife population using the Mark-Recapture method. This method is crucial for population management and conservation efforts.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
\[','\]
','
Variables and units
  • No variables provided in audit spec.
Sources (authoritative):
Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
Verified by Ugo Candido on 2026-01-19
Profile · LinkedIn

Calculator

Results

Estimated Population Size (N): -

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are based strictly on the methodologies provided by EpiTools. All calculations are rigorously based on the formulas and data provided by this source.

The Formula Explained

Lincoln-Petersen Estimate Formula:

N = \(\frac{M \times C}{R}\)

Glossary of Variables

How It Works: A Step-by-Step Example

Suppose you marked 50 animals in a first sample (M). A week later, you capture 120 animals (C), 30 of which are marked (R). The estimated population size (N) would be calculated as follows:

N = (50 × 120) / 30 = 200

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Mark-Recapture method?

A statistical approach used for estimating the size of animal populations.

Why is it important?

It's used in ecology and wildlife management to assess population dynamics and conservation status.