Parameter | Definition | Fitted | MLE value | Range |
---|---|---|---|---|
λ | No. of eggs per fertilized female worm | Yes | 3.06 | 2.2–3.06 |
k L | Aggregation at 10% prevalence | Yes | 0.048 | 0.03–0.048 |
k U | Aggregation at 60% prevalence | Yes | 0.278 | 0.14–0.278 |
σ | Adult worm life expectancy | No | 2 years | – |
ϒ | Density dependence fecundity | No | 0.01 | – |
k e | Aggregation of egg output | No | 0.8 | – |