A subdivided population of a single species.

local but geographically separated populations of a species that are linked only by organisms that migrate between them. Although local groups might die out, the migrants keep the species alive. (Term coined by Richard Levins, 1969.)

A set of local populations, among which there may be gene flow and patterns of extinction and recolonization. © 2005 by Sinauer Associates, Inc. All rights reserved. Futuyma, D. Evolution.

A population perceived to exist as a series of subpopulations, linked by migration between them. Townsend, Begon & Harper 2008

A collection of discrete demes

A group of interconnected sub-populations, usually of sub-equal size and features individuals found in one sub-population which might have been determined by conditions affecting them when they were l [..]

a group of subpopulations each isolated in a patch of habitat. The persistence of the metapopulation is dependent on the persistence of the subpopulations and movement of animals among subpopulations [..]

a population perceived to exist as a series of subpopulations, linked by migration between them. However, the rate of migration is limited, such that the dynamics of the metapopulation should be seen [..]

A metapopulation consists of a group of spatially separated populations that interact at some level. The development of metapopulation theory, in conjunction with the development of source-sink dynamics, emphasises the importance of connectivity between seemingly isolated populations. The theory assumes that although no single population may be abl [..]

A set of local populations, among which there may be gene flow and patterns of extinction and recolonization.

Group of partially isolated populations belonging to the same species. Migration among subpopulations is important for the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of a metapopulation.