Primary and Secondary Succession
Gros Morne’s incredible formation and diversity is largely in part due to plate tectonics. This park is an excellent example of plate tecnonics and evolution at work. What we see today is actually the weathered remains of a mountain range formed about 1.2 billion years ago.
Also, because of recent glacier drift, this park now consists of coastal lowland, alpine plateau, fjords, glacial valleys, cliffs, waterfalls and many pristine lakes. These enviornments are now full of diverse wildlife Secondary Succession is still evident today in the Boreal forests of Gros Morne. After events such as forest fires occur, the Boreal forest is able to rebuild itself again and grow anew.
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