As habitats are fragmented,shrinking in size,a major problem is ______.

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The edge effect refers to the negative impacts on the border or edges of fragmented habitats. These edges are more exposed to outside influences, such as predators or invasive species, and may experience changes in temperature, humidity, or vegetation. This can reduce the quality and quantity of resources available to the species living in these areas. Lack of corridors, overexploitation, and introduced species can also contribute to habitat fragmentation, but they do not directly address the issue of the edge effect.

As Habitats Are Fragmented,shrinking in Size,a Major Problem Is ______