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Red-striped Worm Found in Toilet is a Red Wiggler

“What kind of worm is this in my toilet?” asks this reader, who sends this photo from Greece. The worm in question appears to be red in color, is striped, and is long but thin.

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Worm Found Next to Dog Poop is Likely a Red Wiggler, Though Owner Worries About Intestinal Parasites

“Can you identify this worm?” asks this reader about the striped, red worm pictured below. “I found it right next to my dog’s poop.”

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Red Worm Biology

Also called brandlings, manure worms, and trout worms, red worms worms are non-migratory, but they are adaptable to many environments.

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Red Worms: Great for Vermiculture!

Red worms are among some of the best worms for composting, which is also known as “vermiculture”.