How are primary and secondary succession different?

Other articles where Primary succession is discussed: Two different types of succession, primary and secondary, have been distinguished. read more

Quick Answer. Primary succession occurs in areas where no life has existed, whereas secondary succession happens when a disaster has devastated an area but has left some life in place. Succession begins with the colonization and activity of the pioneer species. read more

Primary vs Secondary Succession. “Succession” is a series of complex processes taking place in the environment due to various driving forces governed by nature. The main causes leading to succession are climatic factors such as erosion, wind, fire, and volcanic activities. read more

It is of two types: Primary and Secondary succession. Primary succession is a biotic succession which occurs on lifeless unoccupied areas e.g., newly exposed barren rock, newly formed sand dunes, newly created pond or reservoir. read more