Jumping worms, originating from Asia, are an invasive species harmful to gardens and the environment. They reproduce rapidly and can be spread through plants, soil, equipment, and mulch. Prevent their ...

They can have widespread consequences. Experts issue warning as harmful 'jumping worms' spread into new US territory: ...

An invasive species known as "jumping worms" that violently writhe when handled and are known to cause problems in garden soils and forest floors have been reported in multiple U.S. states. This ...

An invasive worm is causing concern in northern Michigan and across the state.

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 ...

They are known as crazy snake worms, for good reason. Asian jumping worms can grow up to 8 inches long and they will thrash you with their tails if you pick them up. They can climb up two-story ...

As gardeners we think of worms as "good guys." Earthworms improve soil with their aerating tunnels and highly fertile poop and red wrigglers devour kitchen leftovers to make rich compost. But a new ...

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 ...

The invasive creatures known as "jumping worms" have now been confirmed in 38 counties, including Sangamon. The worms, which are native to East Asia, also are suspected to be in six more Illinois ...

Last summer, Maine state horticulturist Gary Fish found himself fielding calls from distraught gardeners. “I’d pick up the phone, and they’d be crying, worried their gardens were going to be ...

If you’re wondering what happened to your once-beautiful soil, diminished to the texture of coffee grounds, you’re not crazy. But maybe your worms are. So-called crazy worms – also commonly known as ...

Jumping worms are harmful to our garden and the environment. They originated in Asia. They can be spread by the sharing of plants with eggs in the soil by home gardeners and commercial nurseries. They ...