Michigan officials are sounding the alarm after a surge in reports of invasive "jumping worms" across the state. The worms, native to East Asia, have been confirmed across much of the Lower Peninsula ...

An overview of the nine different types of invasive species Michigan officials want the public to be aware of. (State of Michigan) There are lots of different kinds of invasive species that Michigan ...

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KTVI) — An invasive species of worm is wriggling its way into the Midwest. “Jumping worms” (Amynthas spp) thrash wildly when handled, are 4 to 8 inches long, move quickly like a snake ...

An invasive species known as "jumping worms" that violently writhe when handled and are known to cause problems in garden soils and forest floors have been reported in multiple U.S. states. This ...

If you’ve ever seen adult jumping worms, there’s no mistaking them. Found near the surface of soil and larger than your average worm, jumping worms don’t actually jump, but they thrash and wriggle ...

Jumping worms, originating from Asia, are an invasive species harmful to gardens and the environment. They reproduce rapidly and can be spread through plants, soil, equipment, and mulch. Prevent their ...

Some people call it a crazy worm. Some call it an Alabama jumper, although it’s not contained to that state. It’s Amynthas agrestis, one of three main species of earthworm native to southeast Asia ...

Jumping” and “worm” are two words that don’t seem like they should go together. Just imagining such a thing is enough to ...