Forest fragmentation refers to the process of breaking up larger continuous areas of forests into smaller, isolated patches. This phenomenon occurs due to various factors such as urbanization, deforestation, and human activities such as agriculture and logging. Synonyms for forest fragmentation include forest fragmentation, habitat fragmentation, and defragmentation. Habitat fragmentation is a term used to describe the separation of habitats into smaller, disconnected areas and the subsequent loss of biodiversity. Deforestation, on the other hand, refers to the removal of trees from an area, often leading to fragmentation. These terms are interrelated and help describe the complex process of changes in forests and their ecosystem.