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Alabama Jumper Earthworms: Not Recommended for Clay Soil

Alabama jumpers (Amynthas gracilus) are non-native earthworms promoted for deep burrowing in clay. However, earthworms need oxygen, and heavy clay is poorly aerated. Native worms already thrive in organically amended soil. Invasive earthworms can disrupt forest ecosystems by consuming leaf litter needed by seedlings.

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Alabama Jumpers

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