Wildfires can have an immediate impact on competition in a forest ecosystem by clearing out large areas of vegetation and reducing the amount of resources available for plants and animals. This can create a more open environment where competition for resources such as sunlight, water, and nutrients becomes more intense. Some species may be better equipped to quickly colonize and establish themselves in these newly burned areas, allowing them to outcompete other species and potentially alter the structure and composition of the ecosystem. Additionally, wildfires can also impact the availability of food for animals, leading to changes in predator-prey relationships and overall ecosystem dynamics.
