miljöbarriärer
Miljöbarriärer, or environmental barriers, refer to obstacles that prevent or hinder the movement or establishment of species, or the spread of ecological processes, across a landscape. These can be natural or human-made. Natural miljöbarriärer include features like mountain ranges, large bodies of water such as oceans or extensive lakes, and significant changes in climate or vegetation. These have historically played a crucial role in shaping biodiversity by isolating populations and allowing for independent evolutionary trajectories.
Human-made miljöbarriärer are increasingly prevalent and often have a more rapid and profound impact. They include
The concept of miljöbarriärer is important in conservation biology and landscape ecology. Understanding the location and