Early November found me digging my dahlias for winter storage. Finding handfuls of earthworms in the moist soil clinging to the tubers made me realize that I wasn’t the only one working in the garden ...

To see just how prevalent alien earthworm species are, the Stanford team analyzed worm records from 1891to 2021 (yes, worm records are a thing), combined that with statistics from the interception of ...

The hammerhead worm has been inching its way through news headlines, but is it dangerous and what should you do if you see one in Illinois? The hammerhead worm - also known as a “flatworm” - is a worm ...

Ever spot an earthworm wriggling in the soil? A new study has found that they actually pull a lot of weight down there, especially when it comes to keeping plants and crops healthy, Natural Science ...

Pittsburgh, Pa., USA: Earthworms, the hardworking invertebrates that grace the upper layers of soil, have long been considered helpful in our home gardens. Earthworms are prolific munchers, grinding ...

An invasive Asian earthworm is causing environmental damage, and officials are taking notice of its presence in Michigan. "Michigan State University Extension is beginning to receive sporadic reports ...

WESTMINSTER — Calling all nature enthusiasts. You are invited to “Incredible Earthworms!” — a hands-on program for children ages 2 and up at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at Forbush Memorial Library, ...

Analysis reveals imported earthworm species have colonized large swaths of North America, and represent a largely overlooked threat to native ecosystems. The researchers warn of the need to better ...