What is overshoot?

Overshoot refers to a situation where a population or system exceeds its sustainable limits, often leading to resource depletion or environmental degradation. In ecological contexts, it typically describes when a species consumes resources faster than they can be replenished, resulting in a decline in population due to scarcity. This concept is also applicable in economics and other fields, where overshooting can indicate exceeding capacity or demand beyond sustainable thresholds.