Flatworm (possibly land planarian)

Scientific Name: Geoplanidae (family)

Order & Family: Order: Tricladida, Family: Geoplanidae

Size: Highly variable; can range from a few millimeters to several centimeters depending on species and extension

Damp, dark environments such as leaf litter, under logs, or in moist soil

Carnivorous and predatory, typically feeding on earthworms, snails, slugs, or small arthropods

Nocturnal and moisture-dependent; they move using a slime trail and can regenerate body parts if injured

Generally harmless to humans but can be invasive pests that disrupt ecosystems by preying on beneficial earthworms; some species may carry parasites

Identified on: 1/7/2026