Earthworms

In this lesson, students discover the critical role earthworms play in decomposing dead material and releasing nutrients into the soil.

Do earthworms like moisture or darkness? Find out as we explore the relationship between earthworms and light.

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So many parts of gardening success rely on healthy soil, packed with microbes and creatures that create a balanced, living ecosystem. One of the most important parts of a living soil is the humble earthworm - so important, in fact, that the density of the...

Earthworm

Giant Palouse Earthworm (Lumbricus sp) Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest ECUADOR. South America

There are many types of worms, but those that we commonly encounter in our gardens are earthworms. These worms can be either beneficial or invasive, depending on whether they are native inhabitants of your area. To learn more about the importance of worms, and discover the different types of worms lurking underneath your soil, read on!

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Illustration of the anatomy and structure of an annelid segmented worm.

Thank God for Earthworms! http://www.icr.org/article/9943 Despite their size, earthworms are surprisingly helpful creatures. They occasionally venture above ground in broad daylight but are mostly night crawlers. They are best known for their underground habits, such as recycling organic waste, aerating soil, and helping organic matter to decompose.