Discovering the fascinating world of planaria flatworms

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Discovering the fascinating world of planaria flatworms

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I'm curious about something. I siphon water and detritus from my shrimp tank into a 1-gallon jug when I clean it. Then I use that water for my indoor plants. What happens to the planaria worms - do they survive in my potted plants, or do they need to be fully submerged to live?
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They thrive in water environments, but aren't adapted to survive in soil for extended periods.
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coltin wrote: Sat Apr 12, 2025 9:02 pm They thrive in water environments, but aren't adapted to survive in soil for extended periods.
Thanks coltin.
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