Earthworm (dried specimen)

Soil, leaf litter, and underground burrows; occasionally found on surfaces after rain

Detritivorous, feeding on organic matter like decaying leaves, soil, and microorganisms

Nocturnal surface feeders that create deep vertical burrows; they desiccate and shrivel rapidly when exposed to dry indoor air or sun

No risk to humans; highly beneficial for ecosystems by aerating soil and recycling nutrients