Hammerhead worms on the rise in Louisiana

A hammerhead worm discovered by a Denham Springs homeowner. Photo provided.
An invasive, wriggling creature with a head that resembles a hammer has been showing up lately in some south Louisiana lawns. They’re called hammerhead worms. LSU AgCenter entomologist Nathan Lord said it is believed they were imported from Southeast Asia in the soil of ornamental plants. “Although they are likely to occur across the state, it may be more common to see them in southern Louisiana,…

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