Allee effects are relevant to biologists who study rarity, and to conservationists and managers who try and protect endangered populations. This book provides an overview of the Allee effect, the mechanisms which drive it and its consequences for population dynamics, evolution and conservation.

It will also be of relevance to a wide readership of professionals in conservation and management requiring a concise summary of the topic.

1. What are Allee effects?
2. Mechanisms for Allee effects
3. Population dynamics: modelling demographic Allee effects
4. Genetics and evolution
5. Conservation and management
6. Conclusions and perspectives