What is names for worms?

Worms are known by various names depending on their species, size, shape, and habitat. Here are some common names for worms:

  1. Earthworms - These worms live in soil and are also called nightcrawlers or dew worms.
  2. Red wigglers - These are composting worms that are commonly used for vermicomposting.
  3. Mealworms - These worms are used as a food source for pets and livestock.
  4. Bloodworms - These are aquatic worms that are used as bait for fishing.
  5. Pinworms - These are small parasitic worms that infect the human intestine.
  6. Flatworms - These are a type of worm that has a flat and elongated body.
  7. Nematodes - These are a type of roundworms that can be parasitic or free-living.
  8. Grub worms - These are the larval stage of certain beetles and are considered pests in lawns and gardens.

There are many more names for worms, and the terminology varies depending on the context and field of study.