Megascolecidae

species of annelid

Megascolecidae is a family of earthworms native to Madagascar, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and North America. At up to 2 meters in length, their large size distinguishes the Megascolecidae from other earthworm families. They are an essential part of maintaining soil structure, minor carbon sequestration, and maintaining terrestrial ecosystems.

thumb|Jumping behaviour. Amynthas is a genus of earthworms in the family Megascolecidae. They are known as jumping worms, snake worms, or crazy worms because of their erratic thrashing behaviour when disturbed. The genus is native to East Asia, but they are invasive in many areas of the United States. They are a matter of concern in many states, as they disrupt the native forest ecology by affecting soil structure and chemistry.

species of annelid

earthworm species

Pheretima is a genus of earthworms found mostly in New Guinea and parts of Southeast Asia.

species of annelid

Megascolides is a genus of earthworms in the family Megascolecidae.

Driloleirus is an earthworm genus in the family Megascolecidae.

species of annelid

species of annelid

Octochaetus is a genus of earthworms of family Octochaetidae native to Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia.

species of annelid

species of annelid