Earthworm

Scientific Name: Lumbricus terrestris

Order & Family: Order: Opisthopora; Family: Lumbricidae

Size: Typically 10 cm to 25 cm (4 in to 10 in) in length, though some species vary.

Moist, nutrient-rich soils worldwide, often found in gardens, forests, and agricultural lands.

Detritivore; consumes organic matter including decaying leaves, roots, and soil microbes.

Nocturnal surface Feeders that dwell in deep burrows; they are hermaphroditic and essential for soil aeration through tunneling.

Extremely beneficial for ecosystems by aerating soil, recycling nutrients, and improving drainage; pose no risk to humans.

Identified on: 6/3/2026