Ecosystems can recover after disturbances like wildfires through a process called ecological succession. Initially, pioneer species such as grasses and shrubs begin to colonize the burned area, helping to stabilize the soil and create a suitable habitat for other plants and animals. Over time, more diverse and complex plant and animal species gradually return, eventually restoring the ecosystem to a state similar to its pre-fire condition. This process can take several years to decades, depending on the severity of the wildfire and other environmental factors.
