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chestnut worm

Lumbricus castaneus

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The chestnut worm (Lumbricus castaneus) is a species in the genus Lumbricus. Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Annelida (Segmented Worms)

Class

Clitellata (Clitellata)

Order

Crassiclitellata (Crassiclitellata)

Species

Lumbricus castaneus (chestnut worm)

Names in Other Languages

German Brauner Laubfresser

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of chestnut worm?

The scientific name of chestnut worm is Lumbricus castaneus. It belongs to the genus Lumbricus.

Where does chestnut worm live?

chestnut worm is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does chestnut worm belong to?

chestnut worm (Lumbricus castaneus) belongs to the genus Lumbricus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lumbricidae.

What kingdom does chestnut worm belong to?

chestnut worm (Lumbricus castaneus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of chestnut worm?

The closest relatives of chestnut worm in the genus Lumbricus include blood worm, common earthworm, Earthworm, Quebec worm.