Hammerhead Flatworm
Bipalium kewense
Hammerhead flatworms inhabit damp gardens, leaf litter, greenhouses, and other moist terrestrial places, often becoming active after rain or at night. They glide on a film of mucus while hunting earthworms, slugs, and other soft-bodied invertebrates, which they can overwhelm with sticky secretions and digestive fluids. The broad, crescent-shaped head is packed with light-sensitive eyes, helping it detect its surroundings despite having poor vision. This species is an invasive predator in many regions outside its native range.
- Type
- Venom / Stealth
- Conservation status
- NE