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Lumbricus

Lumbricus

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A group of earthworms that live in soil and help plants grow
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
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  • The common earthworm, known scientifically as Lumbricus terrestris, is often found in gardens.
  • Lumbricus terrestris

Examples

  • Research has shown that Lumbricus species, like Lumbricus rubellus, play a crucial role in soil health.

  • Looks more like a Lumbricus terrestris to me.

    Mega Python vs. Gatoroid (2011)

  • Here it is, Lumbricus rubellus.

    Heroes (1977)

  • What I'm looking for now is a Lumbricus rubellus.

    Heroes (1977)

  • In Bandung, Jakarta, and other places, the species of worms used for composting are Lumbricus terrestris and Pheretima sp.

    Academic text (1998)

  • Here are the worm's parameters. A typical specimen of the common earthworm (Lumbricus terrestris) has the following average dimensions: mass, 3.7 g; length, 12 cm; width, 0.64 cm.

    Academic text (2012)

  • In many regions, Lumbricus is recognized as an essential part of the ecosystem due to its burrowing behavior.

Synonyms

earthworm
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A small long worm that lives in soil and helps make soil healthy

refers to a biological genus including the common one rather than the general creature

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Lumbricus comes from the old Latin word lumbricus, which simply means 'earthworm', and scientists kept that name for the group of common garden worms. So, when you see Lumbricus, think of the ordinary worm you find in the soil.