Which statement about habitat corridors is true?
A) They are places where an endangered species can live and breed.
B) They are usually used in captive breeding studies.
C) They exacerbate the deleterious effects of habitat fragmentation.
D) They are most effective as a conservation measure for species that disperse little.
E) Their presence can mitigate the deleterious effects of habitat fragmentation.

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Habitat corridors can help mitigate the deleterious effects of habitat fragmentation by allowing for connectivity between isolated patches of habitat. This can then facilitate the movement of individuals between patches, maintaining gene flow and reducing the negative impact of fragmentation on populations.

Which Statement About Habitat Corridors Is True