Pheretima and its close relatives derive nourishment from :
sugarcane roots
decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter.
soil insects
small pieces of fresh fallen leaves of maize, etc.
As discussed in
Earth worm (Pheretima Posthuma) -
it belongs to phylum Annelida, class-Oligochaeta. Earthworm is a nocturnal animal because it is sensitive to light.
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Earthworm (Pheretima) is a furrowing Annelida which feeds on dead plants and animals.
Option 1)
sugarcane roots
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Option 2)
decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter.
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Option 3)
soil insects
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Option 4)
small pieces of fresh fallen leaves of maize, etc.
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