Bloodworm (Midge Larva)

Aquatic environments such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams, often in soft sediment or mud.

Detritivore, feeding on organic debris, algae, and microscopic organisms in the mud.

They are known for their distinctive red color due to hemoglobin, which allows them to survive in low-oxygen environments. They often wiggle in a 'figure-eight' motion.

They are harmless to humans and do not bite. They serve as a vital food source for fish and are often used as indicator species for water quality.