The impact of habitat fragmentation on biodiversity can be significant, leading to decreased populations and increased extinction rates. When habitats are divided into smaller, isolated patches, the genetic diversity within populations can decline, making them more vulnerable to environmental changes and disease. Fragmentation also limits the movement of species, reducing access to resources and mating opportunities. This phenomenon often results in a reduction in species richness and altered community dynamics, ultimately threatening the resilience of ecosystems and disrupting ecological processes crucial for sustaining biodiversity.