Urbanization significantly impacts local wildlife populations by altering habitats and disrupting ecosystems. Expanded urban areas lead to habitat fragmentation, which reduces available space for wildlife and limits their movement. This can increase vulnerability to predation and competition and often results in diminishing biodiversity. Additionally, urban landscapes introduce various stressors, such as pollution and increased human interactions, which can lead to health issues in wildlife. Species unable to adapt to these changes may face population declines or extinction, resulting in a loss of ecological balance.