What kind of organisms are most likely to colonize an area following the melting of a glacier?

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lichen
lichen

pine trees
pine trees

grasses
grasses

shrubs

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The organisms most likely to colonize an area following the melting of a glacier are lichen. Lichens are pioneer organisms that can survive in harsh conditions and are able to establish themselves on bare rock and soil, making them well-suited to colonize newly exposed areas after glacial retreat.