Thailand: Astonishing ten new species of semi-aquatic freshwater earthworms revealed
Wednesday, February 6, 2013 - 13:00
in Biology & Nature
An astonishing ten new species of semi-aquatic freshwater earthworms have been discovered in river systems in Thailand, documenting a remarkable level of biodiversity. The animals occur in a wide range of natural freshwater habitats, including rice fields, where they might play an important role in the development of organic farming.