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Snake worm

Two Snake worms (Amynthas corticus) on soil background.

The snake worm gets its name from its long, slender body and its habit of writhing like a snake when it is disturbed. The snake worm is greenish brown in colour and lives at or near the soil surface.

Scientific name: Amynthas corticus Status: introduced Soil niche: epigeic Length: 70–180 mm

Image: Ross Gray

Rights: Ross Gray
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