Which of these is a direct effect of habitat fragmentation on animal populations?
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Correct answer: Isolation of small populations leading to inbreeding
Fragmentation isolates populations into smaller groups. This lack of movement between fragments leads to inbreeding and reduced genetic variability, making the species more vulnerable to extinction.
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