Earthworm  (Lumbricus terrestris)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Range

Widespread and common throughout Britain and Europe, and has been introduced to many other countries (5).

You can view distribution information for this species at the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.

Habitat

This wholly terrestrial species lives in pastures and forests, and shows a marked preference for clay soils (2). It is most numerous in grasslands, including garden lawns (1), and is not adversely affected by cultivation (2).

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