Mark-recapture studies are essential for understanding the demographics of animal and plant populations, helping estimate metrics like population size and survival rates. The type of data collected varies depending on the study goals and available resources. Program MARK is a powerful tool designed to analyze data from a wide range of mark-recapture studies.
This 4-day course introduces participants to the software, focusing on practical data analysis. While some theory is covered, the emphasis is on hands-on use. Participants should have a solid grasp of mark-recapture concepts (e.g., closed population models, Cormack-Jolly-Seber, and Pollock’s robust design) and be familiar with regression models, including logistic regression and generalized linear models.