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How do pioneer species make ecological succession possible on an island following a volcanic eruption? *

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Answer: Primary succession occurs after a volcanic eruption or earthquake; it involves the breakdown of rocks by lichens to create new, nutrient -rich soils. The first species to colonize an area after a major disturbance are called pioneer species; they help to form the new environment.

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