A form of self-producing succession resulting from the actions of the plants and animals themselves is referred to as:

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Autogenic succession occurs when the plants and animals themselves are responsible for altering the environment, leading to a change in the species composition over time. This can happen through processes such as accumulation of organic matter, changes in soil chemistry, or physical alterations such as windthrow from trees. Unlike primary succession, which begins in areas where no soil or organisms exist, autogenic succession occurs in areas where there is already a community of plants and animals present.

A Form of Self-Producing Succession Resulting from the Actions of the Plants