Hammerhead worms: What to do if you see these invasive pests
2023年7月28日 · Hammerhead flatworms — an invasive pest that looks like a cross between a hammerhead shark and a leech — have been spotted in the Washington, D.C., area and across the United States. Experts say...
Bipalium - Wikipedia
Bipalium is a genus of large predatory land planarians. They are often loosely called " hammerhead worms " or " broadhead planarians " because of the distinctive shape of their head region.
How to Get Rid of Hammerhead Worms in Your Garden - Bob Vila
2024年4月29日 · Are hammerhead worms dangerous, and what should you do if you find them on your property? Our expert details the right way to go about getting rid of them.
Horrifying Hammerhead Worm Facts - ThoughtCo
2024年6月7日 · The hammerhead worm (Bipalium sp.) is a terrifying, toxic terrestrial flatworm. This large planarian lives on land and is both a predator and a cannibal. While the distinctive-looking worms don't pose a direct threat to human beings, they're an invasive species that packs the power to eradicate earthworms.
Hammerhead Worms Are Toxic, Invasive and Even Cannibalistic
2024年6月11日 · Hammerhead flatworms — commonly called hammerhead worms — occasionally make headlines because they aren't native to many regions and are toxic, aggressive predators. Their slimy, leech -like bodies with anvil-shaped heads, resembling a hammerhead shark, add to their menacing reputation.
Hammerhead Worm | National Invasive Species Information Center
Species Profile: Hammerhead Worm. Predator of earthworms, could potentially impact agricultural, horticultural, and natural ecosystems (Lemos et al. 2012)
Experts warn invasive hammerhead worms secrete "nasty toxin" …
2023年7月26日 · Hammerhead worms are an invasive species known to be native to Southeast Asia and believed to have been introduced in the U.S. in 1891 through infested plants and soil, according to the...
Hammerhead worms in Virginia, Carolinas, D.C. Here's how to kill …
2023年7月26日 · Hammerhead worms are a terrestrial flatworm with a half-moon shaped head, according to the Texas Invasive Species Institute. Their heads look not unlike the similarly-named hammerhead sharks.
Toxic hammerhead worms; expert provides advice for dealing …
Hammerhead worms are once again making their way to backyards across the United States. They were most recently spotted in Washington, D.C. and Virginia but have been around for some time. While they may look harmless, it’s important to note that they secret toxins that could be dangerous to humans and pets.
Meet the hammerhead worm: The invasive species coming to a …
2023年8月4日 · Hammerhead worms are an invasive species largely known to originate from Asia, but are likely now spreading within the U.S. by hiding in the damp soil of potted plants.
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