Succession
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<speciesfyi-glossary slug="succession"></speciesfyi-glossary>Definition
The gradual process of change in species composition and community structure over time following a disturbance.
Detailed Explanation
Primary succession begins on bare rock or volcanic lava, where pioneer species like lichens and mosses first colonize and build soil; secondary succession follows disturbances like fire or logging where soil remains. Each successional stage modifies the environment, making it suitable for the next. Climax communities — though debated as a concept — represent a long-term relatively stable endpoint.