What are pot worms? - A close look at these mysterious white worms!

Описание: There is a lot of confusion about pot worms which are part of the Enchytraeidae family of worms. Closely related to earthworms. There a lot of misconceptions about pot worms that I will try to cover in this video. Are pot worms good or bad? Watch and find out!

I hope you enjoy the cool close up footage I was able to get!

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Some good references for more information about pot worms:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/comp...
https://wormfarmguru.com/reduce-popul...
https://www.redwormcomposting.com/wor...
http://www.happydranch.com/articles/W...
https://www.wormfarmingsecrets.com/wo...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enchytr...

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