spatiation

/ˌspætɪˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of separating or dispersing living organisms, especially plants, over a wide area, often resulting in a fragmented or isolated population.

“The construction of a new highway led to the spatiation of the local wildlife, making it difficult for them to migrate and find food.”

Synonyms

  • dispersion
  • fragmentation
  • separation

Antonyms

  • aggregation
  • concentration