Enquiry into the Pontodrilus sp. earthworm’s consumption of sargassum seaweed
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Darwin Plus Local
VALUE £48,501
WHERE British Virgin Islands
Summary
Our project intends to confirm the identity of Pontodrilus sp. earth worms found in the BVI to compare with others found in the region, specifically Martinique. Our goal is to undertake a comprehensive study of the Pontodrilus sp. earth worms life cycle, optimal habitats and eating habits , particularly the consumption of sargassum seaweed in order to test the nutrients, potential toxicity and suitability of the resultant vermi-compost as a soil amendment for agricultural use.
H Lavity Stout Community College, Centre Cooperation International in Agricultural Research Development, Maharishi International University, University of Portsmouth, Cornell University
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