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    • A Octochaetus multiporus is a large earthworm.
    Rights: Ross Gray Published 12 June 2012 Size: 210 KB Referencing Hub media

    Octochaetus multiporus is a large, native earthworm that produces bioluminescent mucus. The luminescent colour varies depending on the earthworm’s maturity.

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      Native and introduced earthworms

      New Zealand has over 200 known species of earthworms, with new species being identified as they are discovered. Of these, the majority are both native and endemic, meaning they are found in New ...

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