This track will explore the multifaceted effects of habitat fragmentation on ecosystems and species. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the mechanisms through which fragmentation influences biodiversity and ecosystem services.

This session will focus on the importance of landscape connectivity in facilitating wildlife movement and gene flow. Discussions will include strategies for enhancing connectivity through ecological corridors and land use planning.

Research presented in this track will delve into metapopulation dynamics and their implications for conservation in fragmented habitats. The role of spatial structure and population interactions will be critically examined.

This session will highlight innovative ecological modeling approaches that inform conservation planning in fragmented landscapes. Participants will discuss the integration of models with empirical data to enhance decision-making.

This track will investigate the relationship between biodiversity loss and ecosystem functioning in the context of habitat fragmentation. The implications for ecosystem resilience and management will be a key focus.

This session will examine the impacts of land use change on species movement patterns and habitat utilization. Case studies will illustrate the challenges posed by urbanization and agricultural expansion.