Conrad Beach and its forest site it is a good example of an area that has undergone primary succession. The first step of the process of the primary ecological successions that have occurred at Conrad Beach is that mostly grass and some herbs and mosses were the first plants to colonize on the bare sand (Fig 2). Then as the samples get further and further away from the shore and into the forest, the figure shows evidence of larger plants, such as shrubs and trees (Fig 2). It shows that as the distance gets further and further away from the shore, the height of the plants increase (Fig 3). This is because the smaller and more concentrated plants, such as grass, herbs, lichens and mosses create a more suitable environment for bigger and sparser plants, such as trees and shrubs to grow in. Lichens and mosses which grow from windblown spores would be the first photosynthesizers to colonize the sand. As soil develops gradually, smaller plants that provide nutrients to the once barren land will eventually be overtaken by shrubs and trees.
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Conrad Beach and its forest site exemplify a successful process of primary ecological succession. This process can be observed by analyzing the vegetation that has colonized the area over time.
The initial stage of primary succession at Conrad Beach involved the colonization of mostly grass, along with some herbs and mosses, on the bare sand (Fig 2). These pioneer plants were able to establish themselves in this harsh environment and pave the way for future plant growth.
As we move further away from the shore and into the forest, the evidence in Fig 2 indicates the presence of larger plants, including shrubs and trees. Notably, Fig 3 shows an increase in plant height as the distance from the shore increases. This can be attributed to the fact that the smaller, more densely populated plants (such as grass, herbs, lichens, and mosses) create a more favorable environment for the growth of larger, sparser plants like trees and shrubs.
The colonization process at Conrad Beach began with windblown spores of lichens and mosses, which were the first photosynthesizers to thrive on the sand. Over time, as soil gradually developed, smaller plants emerged and provided nutrients to the previously barren land. Eventually, these smaller plants were outcompeted by shrubs and trees, leading to the establishment of a forest ecosystem.
In conclusion, the ecological succession at Conrad Beach showcases the transition from an initially barren area to a thriving forest habitat. The report could be improved by further elaborating on the specific plants, their characteristics, and the timeline of successional events observed at the site.