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Earthworm

Dichogaster bolaui

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Africa (Gabon), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Portugal, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇦 Gabon 🇦🇷 Argentina 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (动物界)
Phylum
Annelida (环节动物门)
Class
Clitellata (环带纲)
Order
Crassiclitellata (Crassiclitellata)
Family
Octochaetidae
Genus
Dichogaster
Species
Dichogaster bolaui (Earthworm)

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Earthworm
Dichogaster saliens
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Earthworm?
The scientific name of Earthworm is Dichogaster bolaui. It belongs to the genus Dichogaster.
Where does Earthworm live?
Earthworm is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Gabon), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Portugal, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina).. Countries include Argentina, Gabon, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Earthworm belong to?
Earthworm (Dichogaster bolaui) belongs to the genus Dichogaster, which is part of the taxonomic family Octochaetidae.
What kingdom does Earthworm belong to?
Earthworm (Dichogaster bolaui) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of Earthworm?
The closest relatives of Earthworm in the genus Dichogaster include Earthworm.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Dichogaster — 2 Species

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Earthworm
Dichogaster bolaui
NE
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Earthworm
Dichogaster saliens
NE
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