The diagram below shows the stages of succession in a forest ecosystem. A diagram showing 4 stages of succession in a forest ecosystem. Stage A: A mature forest. A fire occurs, resulting in Stage B, a burnt forest where nothing is growing. Stage C, pioneer plant species grow in the bare ground. More species follow and grow bigger. Stage D: A mature forest with several tree species and younger trees.
Which area shows the climax community of secondary succession?
A
B
C
D