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Grade 12th passZoology

Which earthworm is used in vermicomposting? Whether pheretima or lumbricus.

Profile image of Annlin Levitha
7 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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Profile image of Arun
7 Years ago
The best types of worms for vermicomposting are red wigglers (Eisenia fetida) and redworms (Lumbricus rubellus). 

 
Profile image of APARNA SHAJI
7 Years ago
earthworms are used in vermicomposting bcuz threy help in fragmentation . and release of nutrients f
Profile image of SWAMY
7 Years ago
The best types of worms for vermicomposting are red wigglers (Eisenia fetida) and redworms (Lumbricus rubellus). These two species make great worms for the compost bin because they prefer a compost environment to plain soil, and they are very easy to keep