When I cut an earthworm in half while turning the compost pile, does it die or regrow into two earthworms?

Answer by  rain7420 (152)

If you cut an earthworm in half, the earthworm will die. It is true that earthworms can regenerate when a 1/3 or less of their body is removed. When this scenario occurs, the portion of the earth worm with the head will regrow a posterior. Please note, the posterior portion will not grow a new head.

Answer by  Pinto (166)

Do not do it purposefully. However, an earthworm cut into half while turning the compost pile does regrow, even regrows if it is cut into more pieces.

Answer by  ratnam (150)

If we cut the body of earthworm it will regrow. It has the power of regeneration.Regeneration is the process of regrowing the body parts.some animals have this power. eg. tail of lizard,star fish etc.