Could someone give me an example of ecological succession?

A good example of succession is when a new island arises from volcanic activity in the ocean. This is a piece of land that has never supported life (basically a solid chunk of rock). The first things to colonize the island might be things like bacteria, fungi, moss, and lichen (things that are wind dispersed or wash up on shore from the ocean). As these things die, they slowly build up an organic soil layer. Once soil is form, vascular plants can begin to establish. These plants can now support insects and other animals. Eventually woody plants, like shrubs and then trees will become dominant. The final stage of succession is a climax (old growth) forest! This is a simple example of primary succession.