A meta-analysis reveals earthworms as mutualists rather than predators of soil microorganisms
Microorganisms constitute the largest biomass on Earth after plants, and earthworms are one of the main components of animal biomass. Both are critical drivers of soil functions and ecosystem services. Studies report either positive or negative effects of earthworms on soil microbial communities, le...
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| Main Authors: | Manuel Blouin, Aïssa Robin, Lysandre Amans, Frédérique Reverchon, Isabelle Barois, Patrick Lavelle |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2025-03-01
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| Series: | Geoderma |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S001670612500076X |
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