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''Lumbricus rubellus'', also commonly referred to as the red earthworm, redhead worm, and red wriggler is a species of [[earthworm]]. It is referred to as this due to its reddish brown color. Red earthworms are known as efficient composters and also tend to be a popular choice as bait for fishing. | ''Lumbricus rubellus'', also commonly referred to as the red earthworm, redhead worm, and red wriggler is a species of [[earthworm]]. It is referred to as this due to its reddish brown color. Red earthworms are known as efficient composters and also tend to be a popular choice as bait for fishing. | ||
[[File:Redhead.jpg|thumb|640px|right|Close up photo of Lumbricus rubellus]] | [[File:Redhead.jpg|thumb|640px|right|Close up photo of Lumbricus rubellus]] | ||
==Taxonomy== | |||
'''Kingdom:''' Animalia | |||
'''Phylum:''' Annelida | |||
'''Class:''' Clitellata | |||
'''Order:''' Haplotaxida | |||
'''Family:''' Lumbricidae | |||
'''Genus:''' Lumbricus | |||
Revision as of 21:06, 30 March 2025
Lumbricus rubellus, also commonly referred to as the red earthworm, redhead worm, and red wriggler is a species of earthworm. It is referred to as this due to its reddish brown color. Red earthworms are known as efficient composters and also tend to be a popular choice as bait for fishing.
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Annelida
Class: Clitellata
Order: Haplotaxida
Family: Lumbricidae
Genus: Lumbricus