Did you know: Earthworms are like bears? In cold
winter temperatures earthworms stay underground in a layer of soil
where it stays above freezing. They stay in a sleep-like state called
estivation—similar to hibernation for bears.
They emerge when the soil temperatures warm up.
- What
ways are earthworms an important part of the ecosystem?
What animals can you think of that rely on earthworms? List some.
- Look
at this week's tulip garden and earthworm maps. What do you notice
about the pattern of sighting reports?
- How
would the earthworm map look if everyone reported their first
sighting of an earthworm this spring? (Hint: Please
report!)
In
addition to what you know about worms, find
out more!
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