Ecological succession

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ecological_succession)

Ecological succession is the observed process of change in the species structure of an ecological community over time. The community begins with relatively few pioneering plants and animals and develops through increasing complexity until it becomes stable or self-perpetuating as a climax community. (Wikipedia)

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16-Jul-2013

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