Chapter 53.5, Problem 2R

Summary Introduction

To review:

The way in which species are threatened by the habitat fragmentation due to anthropogenic activities. Also, give different measures to prevent this threat to the species, besides ceasing habitat fragmentation completely.

Introduction:

Habitat is an ecological area, which is inhabited by various species of animals and plants. These are the zones, in which living population gathers food, shelter, protection, and mates for reproduction. Habitat fragmentation is the division of natural habitat into smaller sectors. It is achieved to utilize the space for pasturing and cattle rearing.