River fragmentation occurs when dams, weirs, or other barriers disrupt a waterway’s natural flow, splitting ecosystems into isolated segments. This concept is used in environmental management to assess habitat connectivity and biodiversity loss. Conservationists, ecologists, and water resource planners benefit from understanding fragmentation to guide restoration efforts, improve fish passage, and balance hydropower with ecological health.
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