Habitat fragmentation can lead to: a)The disappearance of the matrix due to decreased habitat heterogeneity b) Changes in patch use by animals, with smaller patches leading increased size of home range or movement for many animals c) Variation in microenvironment near the edge of the patch with negative consequences for diversity
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Habitat fragmentation can indeed lead to a decrease in habitat heterogeneity, but it does not necessarily cause the matrix to disappear. So, this option is not entirely correct. Option b) mentions changes in patch use by animals, with smaller patches leading to Show more…
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