Bug Identifier
Earthworm (partially decomposed/damaged)
Community identification

Earthworm (partially decomposed/damaged)

Lumbricus terrestris (or similar species)

Order & Family
Order Opisthopora; Family Lumbricidae
Size
Generally 10 to 360 mm depending on age and species.
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Natural Habitat

Moist soil, leaf litter, and compost high in organic matter.

Diet & Feeding

Detritivore: consumes organic matter, including decaying plant material, fungi, and bacteria from the soil.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and subterranean; they aerate soil through burrowing and are known for their ability to regenerate certain lost body segments.

Risks & Benefits

Highly beneficial to the ecosystem by improving soil structure, drainage, and nutrient availability; they pose no risk to humans.