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So that they can jerk themselves back into the hole in the event of danger. An earthworm's rear end has little spikes on it that give it a grip on the sides of the tunnel.
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What are the small stiffened bristles that give earthworms traction as they burrow through the soil is known as?
Setae
What is the tail of an earthworm?
The tail of an earthworm is made of the same stuff as the rest of its body. When an earthworms tail comes of, the head can grow a new one.
Do earthworms damage crops?
No, earthworms are very beneficial in a garden. Keep them in your garden!
Why it's good to burrow earthworms in soil?
They are natures little rototillers, and eat decayed matter.They like damp, loamy soil best .
Why do rabbits burrow on a hill?
under it to keep water out
Why do earthworms burrow?
Cats like to play with wiggly things. Once the cat discovers that there are fun things beneath the surface, he will continue to look for them.
How do the other organism in the community benefit from the presence of the earthworm?
Earthworms are natural borrowers,as they burrow they excrete.those excretions help provide nutrients to various botanical species.
How do earthworms keep cool?
earth worm has a fluid that ozees out and keep earthwor skin dry
What animals live in New England on land and burrow with skinny tail and body about ten inches long?
Nutria
Do boas burrow?
Some do. The sand boa (all subspecies) is a burrower along with Rosy boas and some others. The Red tail boa (which is probably what you're thinking of) is semi arboreal to arboreal and does not burrow.
Does the komodo dragon burrow?
Yes, they do it at night to keep themselves warm.
How do wild boar keep warm in the winter?
They burrow under ground.
