Naturalists and gardeners in Central New York may come across a surprise this summer as they’re tending to their plants or hiking through the woods. A twitchy, jumping surprise. Jumping worms, an ...

A species with a voracious appetite is rapidly spreading in more than 40 states in the country. Pennsylvania is one of them.

Asian jumping worms destroy gardens and landscaping. They're also called Alabama jumpers, Jersey wrigglers, and crazy snake worms. They hatch in time to cause havoc each summer, also damaging forests ...

Gardners beware -- the invasive Amynthas agrestis, also known as the Asian jumping worm, could be wiggling around a garden near you. These worms are known for their insatiable appetite and ability to ...

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Spring is in the air! Warmer temperatures have enveloped the tri-state area – but along with the heat come a few unsettling creepy crawlers. One invasive crawler that will begin ...

Truth be told, jumping worms can't actually jump. According to experts at Cornell University, they got their name "from their tendency to thrash about when touched." Neat. As difficult as it will be ...

Earthworms are considered by almost everyone as beneficial. There are an estimated 30 different species of earthworms in New York state, with only five considered native to North America. The majority ...

Gardeners should watch for a new pest this growing season: The jumping worm has been spotted in Black River Falls. Master Gardener Patricia Franks and Master Naturalist Sally Lister have been raising ...

I am hearing a lot about Asian jumping worms being a problem. What are they, and what damage do they cause? — S.M. As gardeners, we know earthworms are good for our soil and a good indicator of soil ...

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