Invasive jumping worms are spreading across the United States, raising concerns with many over how they might affect other species.
These invasive jumping worms are becoming an issue
One of the most concerning points of these worms is that it only takes a single jumping worm to start an infestation. That’s because the worms are able to reproduce without a mate. It’s this ability to infest areas without large groups that make these invasive jumping worms so terrifying to the local environment.Cornell University
Further, they can help spread invasive plant species by creating disturbances in the soil. These disturbances make it impossible for non-invasive species of plants and fungi to grow.One main concern about the spread of invasive jumping worms is that they’re able to out-compete other worm populations. Their cocoons are also extremely hard to see. This makes it easy for them to hide them on yard equipment, potted plants, tire treads, or even shoes.
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