The Reduction in Habitat Size Resulting from Fragmentation Causes a Decline

The reduction in habitat size resulting from fragmentation causes a decline in species diversity for what reason?

A) Fragments are more diverse, leading to greater specialization.
B) Fragments are more diverse, leading to greater generalization.
C) Fragments support smaller populations that are more prone to extinction.
D) Fragments tend to have more predators than unfragmented areas.