SLOSS debate

The SLOSS debate (Single Large or Several Small) relates to conservation and habitat management. It considers whether it's better to protect one large area of habitat or several smaller ones. A single large reserve can support more species and larger populations, reducing extinction risk. Multiple smaller reserves might conserve different species and offer resilience against localized threats, but they may also fragment habitats and limit movement. The debate helps land managers decide how best to balance conservation goals, considering species diversity, habitat size, and environmental stability to maximize biodiversity protection.