Review:
Ecological Succession
overall review score: 4.5
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Ecological succession is the process by which a disturbed area is colonized by plant and animal species, which in turn change the environment so that it can support new species over time.
Key Features
- Primary succession
- Secondary succession
- Pioneer species
- Climax community
- Disturbance events
Pros
- Promotes biodiversity
- Allows ecosystems to adapt to change over time
- Helps restore damaged habitats
Cons
- Can take a long time to reach climax community
- Human interference can disrupt natural succession processes