In this paper, we establish a mathematical model of two species with stage
structure and the relation of predator-prey, to obtain the necessary and su
fficient condition for the permanence of two species and the extinction of
one species or two species. We also obtain the optimal harvesting policy an
d the threshold of the harvesting for sustainable development. (C) 2000 Els
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