Urban development significantly impacts local wildlife by disrupting habitats, increasing fragmentation, and reducing biodiversity. As cities expand, natural habitats are replaced with infrastructure, leading to habitat loss and posing challenges for species adapted to these environments. Wildlife may struggle to find food, shelter, and breeding grounds, resulting in population declines. Urbanization can also introduce new threats, such as pollution and increased human-wildlife conflicts. Additionally, urban heat islands and altered water flow can impact local ecosystems. It's crucial to integrate sustainable practices in urban planning to mitigate these effects and promote coexistence between wildlife and human habitats.