Laguna Beach, Orange County, CA. 10-18-11. © Barbara Harley
 

Hammerhead Worm

Bipalium kewense

This species is believed to be native to Indo-China, but has been found commonly in American greenhouses since 1901 (Featured Creatures, University of Florida). Main diet is earthworms.

Family Bipaliinae

Phylum Platyhelminthes

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Laguna Beach, Orange County, CA. 10-18-11. © Barbara Harley