Naturalists and gardeners in Central New York may come across a surprise this summer as they’re tending to their plants or hiking through the woods. A twitchy, jumping surprise. Jumping worms, an ...

Jeremy Siegel: You're listening to GBH's Morning Edition. Jumping worms, ticks, mosquitoes and subfreezing temperatures: these are just some of the topics we are putting to our meteorologist and ...

We're sorry to be the bearers of bad news, but there's an invasive species wreaking havoc on North American ecosystems that deserves our attention. Amynthas agrestis ...

Gardners beware -- the invasive Amynthas agrestis, also known as the Asian jumping worm, could be wiggling around a garden near you. These worms are known for their insatiable appetite and ability to ...

The following is a press release from the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services: Samples taken by the Humboldt County Department of Agriculture have been confirmed to be an invasive ...

Asian jumping worms destroy gardens and landscaping. They're also called Alabama jumpers, Jersey wrigglers, and crazy snake worms. They hatch in time to cause havoc each summer, also damaging forests ...

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Spring is in the air! Warmer temperatures have enveloped the tri-state area – but along with the heat come a few unsettling creepy crawlers. One invasive crawler that will begin ...

I am hearing a lot about Asian jumping worms being a problem. What are they, and what damage do they cause? — S.M. As gardeners, we know earthworms are good for our soil and a good indicator of soil ...

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 ...

Earthworms are considered by almost everyone as beneficial. There are an estimated 30 different species of earthworms in New York state, with only five considered native to North America. The majority ...

Gardeners should watch for a new pest this growing season: The jumping worm has been spotted in Black River Falls. Master Gardener Patricia Franks and Master Naturalist Sally Lister have been raising ...