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Jumping worms #851206

Asked September 25, 2023, 4:10 PM EDT

I’ve been hearing a lot about jumping worms. How do I know if the earthworms I see in my soil are jumping worms or other types of earthworms?

Darke County Ohio

Expert Response

Thank you for your question to Ask a Master Gardener Volunteer with eXtension.  
I have included the following site with information about identification, management and prevention and what to do if you discover these worms on your property.

https://green-acres.org/asian-jumping-worms/#:~:text=Asian%20Jumping%20Worms%20have%20been,Earthworm%20(EE)%20life%20cycle
Thanks for inquiring!
Kathy Terrell Replied September 27, 2023, 7:29 AM EDT

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