The genus Lumbricus contains some of the most commonly seen earthworms in Europe among its nearly 700 valid species.

Characteristics of some commonly encountered species are:

* Lumbricus rubellus is usually reddish brown or reddish violet, iridescent dorsally, and pale yellow ventrally. They are usually about 25-105 mm in length, and have around 95-120 segments.
* Lumbricus castaneus varies

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