Succession is the process by which communities colonise an ecosystem and are then replaced over time by other communities: Pioneer species: These are the first species to occupy a new habitat, starting new communities. They have rapid reproductive strategies, enabling them to quickly occupy an uninhabited area.
Definition of due diligence. 1  1 law : the care that a reasonable person exercises to avoid harm to other persons or their property failed to exercise due diligence in trying to prevent the accident.
due diligence. 1. General: Measure of prudence, responsibility, and diligence that is expected from, and ordinarily exercised by, a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances. 2. Business: Duty of a firm's directors and officers to act prudently in evaluating associated risks in all transactions.