Table 2.
Comparison of some vermicomposting earthworm species in terms of the optimal and tolerable temperature ranges [119, 124, 172].
| Species | Temperature ranges (°C) | Distribution | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tolerated | Optimum | ||
| Eisenia fetida | 0–35 | 20–25 | Temperate regions |
| Eudrilus eugeniae | 9–30 | 20–28 | Africa, India, North, and South America |
| Perionyx excavatus | 9–30 | 15–30 | Asia and Australia |
| Eisenia veneta | 3–33 | 15–25 | Europe |