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Dec 15 2011

How Earthworms Work

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Earthworms come in a wide range of sizes: The average U.S. earthworm is 6 to 11 inches long, and the giant worms of Australia and South America can grow to a length of 11 feet. Join Josh and Chuck as they burrow into the weird world of earthworms.

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Ever wonder why Charles Darwin spent 39 years obsessing over earthworms and wrote a bestselling book about them? Josh and Chuck dive into the surprisingly fascinating world of these slimy soil dwellers, exploring how they're basically nature's ultimate recycling machines that eat dirt and poop out something even better. From giant 22-foot South African specimens to the shocking fact that most North American earthworms are actually recent European immigrants, this episode reveals why these humble creatures might be some of the most important animals on the planet.


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