What type of succession begins after a fire?

The type of succession that begins after a fire is typically called secondary succession. This process occurs in an area where a disturbance, such as a fire, has cleared out existing vegetation but left the soil intact. Because the soil still contains seeds and nutrients, recovery tends to be faster than in primary succession, which starts from bare rock or a lifeless area. Over time, the ecosystem gradually reestablishes itself, often leading to a diverse range of plant and animal species returning to the area.