What Makes An Earthworm?

With no appendages on their bodies, earthworms are some of the most interesting creatures that can be studied by scientists everywhere

. It is very difficult to determine between the head and the tail of the earthworm at times simply because the structure of the earthworm's body is such that it is not clearly evident, even from close distances, which end is which.

There are many different variations that are characterized simply by the natural habitats that they dwell in. Many species can be found in large bodies of water, either freshwater or saltwater. Other forms are able to be observed on land where they usually gravitate towards dark, swampy areas that provide them with a lot of water to feed off of.

Earthworms have been known to feed off of land or soil many times, as is evident after a rainstorm when you can see the creatures on top of the soil feasting at the lush dirt that feeds their very existence. Some earthworms, however, also eat other small organisms that they have hunted and captured. Finally, there is a class that is highly parasitic, which creates an interesting distinction of what separates earthworms from other similar creatures.

Earthworms are a vital part of our ecosystem, and therefore worth a closer look, because they contribute directly to the process of topsoil creation. Topsoil is necessary for all manner of things as it is a base ingredient in farming fruits and vegetables which contribute to the food supply of our society. It is also a necessary part of growing the crops which feed our meat supply.

If you discover earthworm casts in your yard, it might be worth your while to start gathering them up to add to your topsoil, as these are an excellent ingredient for creating rich and healthy topsoil for your garden.

When it rains or even when there is snow or some other combination precipitation, earthworms are forced up to the ground's surface level. The earthworms carry with them all manner of excellent nutrients which were buried deep in the ground and once they are at surface level, they begin to consume a lot of the natural materials in the soil which will contribute to plants that grow well.

When earthworms die, their remains feed into the soil where they are and this in turn contributes directly to good soil and a crop of fruits, vegetables, and even a flowering garden that returns strong and healthy year after year. Earthworms are a vital element of our food supply and are directly responsible for creating a rich soil to grow the things we enjoy eating which supply us with necessary vitamins and minerals to live and live well.

by: Charlie Framm

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