Chestnut worm (Lumbricus castaneus)

Habitat
Common and widespread, found in many habitats. Lives in leaf litter and under logs.

Size
Typical size of adult is 4cm

Characteristics

• Short in length
• Upper surface of body, from the first segment to the saddle, is entirely dark in colour (chestnut brown)
• Male pores not visible (see earthworm key for image)
• A raised whitish gland is visible on the underside between the saddle and the head (see earthworm key for image)