Mass Migration of Blue Earthworms
February 24 , 2021
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- The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has prepared a report on two-way mass migration of the blue earthworms in the state of Meghalaya.
- The Uphill migration of the earthworms starts in April-May.
- With the onset of monsoon, they emerge from the rivers and streams.
- Downhill migration occurs during September-October when the vegetation starts to dry and temperature & humidity drop.
- The scientific name of the blue earthworm is Perionyx excavates.
- It is also called as composting worms, blues, or Indian blues.
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