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Pink soilworm

Pink soilworm

Argentina, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, United States of America
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Wetland, Freshwater, Desert, Mountain

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

<div><p>Aporrectodea rosea (Savigny, 1826)</p> <p>COFMBRPR0684, 8 adults, surface horizon (0–20 cm) of a Technosol with grass lawn in Tingui Park, Curitiba-PR (25°23'27.10"S 49°18'19.28"W), November 2013, M.L.C. Bartz, J. Knopik, K. Sautter and G.B.X. Cardoso, colls. COFMBRPR0685, 4 adults, surface horizon (0–20 cm) of a Technosol with grass lawn in Tingui Park, Curitiba-PR (25°23'27.10"S 49°18'19.28"W), June 2014, M.L.C. Bartz, K. Sautter and G.B.X. Cardoso, colls. COFMBRPR0931, 4 adults, surface horizon (0–20 cm) of a Technosol with grass lawn in Passaúna Park, Curitiba- PR (25°28'33.66"S 49°22'37.39"W), November 2013, M.L.C. Bartz, J. Knopik, K. Sautter and G.B.X. Cardoso, colls.</p></div>
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Pink soilworm is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, grassland, wetland, freshwater, desert, mountain, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Pink soilworm.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeArgentina, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, United States of America
Habitat RangeForest, Grassland, Wetland, Freshwater, Desert, Mountain
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificAporrectodea rosea
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyLumbricidae