Epic: Predator-Prey Dynamics System

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Epic: Predator-Prey Dynamics System

Labels: epic, feature, area:ecosystem, priority:high, quarter:q3-2025
Milestone: Q3 2025

Overview

Implement hunting behaviors, food chains, and ecosystem balance mechanics

User Stories

• As an educator, I want to demonstrate predator prey-dynamics concepts
• As a student, I want to observe realistic predator prey-dynamics behavior
• As a researcher, I want to model predator prey-dynamics scenarios

Acceptance Criteria

• All core functionality implemented and working
• Performance requirements met (60 FPS with 1000+ organisms)
• Educational value clearly demonstrated
• Visual feedback provides clear understanding

Sub-tasks

• Task 1: Create BehaviorType enum and interface extensions
• Task 2: Implement hunt() method in Organism class
• Task 3: Add prey detection algorithm using spatial partitioning
• Task 4: Create energy system for organisms
• Task 5: Add visual hunting indicators

Definition of Done

• All sub-tasks completed
• Unit tests written and passing
• Integration tests validate functionality
• Documentation updated
• Performance impact assessed
• Code review completed

Related Documentation

• Product Roadmap
• Immediate TODOs

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