Earthworms: A Comprehensive Guide to the Different Types of Earthworms Found in Soil

A worm is just a worm……but not really. Earthworms come in many shapes, colours, and sizes. Different species are prevalent in different climates and they all have a role to play in the world around us. There are over a thousand different individual species of earthworms all over the world. There are different types of…

comparison of 2 different earthworm classes

Earthworm Benefits: The importance of earthworms in soil

Earthworms are frequently referred to as a farmer’s friend because of the amazing benefits of earthworms in soil. The role of earthworms in soil includes tilling and aerating the soil. Their castings (i.e. worm poop) are full of beneficial microorganisms and can be used immediately by plants. Earthworms play an important role in the soil…