Earthworm (partially decomposed/damaged)
Scientific Name: Lumbricus terrestris (or similar species)
Order & Family: Order Opisthopora; Family Lumbricidae
Size: Generally 10 to 360 mm depending on age and species.
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.
Identified on: 5/18/2026