Other biota include a glechoma cutting, two isopods, springtails, and some unidentified teeny worms plus other as-yet unidentified or unobserved life. I added the earthworms (2 exactly) about 3 weeks ago, and they’ve deposited many casting mounds, much to the detriment of my moss which is experiencing severe die back. Entire ecosystem is about 4 months old.
Would love any advice for restoring more balance favoring the moss especially. I really enjoy the texture and color of the moss so it’s the priority. I adore my roly pollies too, so they’re my next priority to preserve. Thanks for any insight!
by vespertine_earth
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I’m getting the same thing. I thought earthworms are great for soil, right? Forgot how much castings they make.
If you’re already considering reworking the entire terrarium to remove the earthworm, why not try putting a small dish or something in it for moss to grow in that the worm can’t tunnel through?