Logistic model as a representation of Rhinoceros sondaicus and Bos javanicus population at Ujung Kulon National Park

A logistic model demonstrates that the carrying capacity of Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) and wild bull (Bos javanicus) populations in Ujung Kulon National Park fluctuates over time but ultimately stabilizes, suggesting a dynamic equilibrium between the two species. The study reveals that population stability for both species is contingent on their co-existence, with numerical simulations illustrating complex interactions that influence long-term survival. This finding provides critical insights into conservation strategies for one of the world's last strongholds for the endangered Javan rhino.

Ilahi, F., Sutimin, & Soewono, E. (2017). Logistic model as a representation of Rhinoceros sondaicus and Bos javanicus population at Ujung Kulon National Park. AIP Conference Proceedings, 1825, 20009. https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4978978