What is long like an earthworm, slimy like a slug, and has a head like a cobra? No, it’s not a creature from a sci-fi movie. It’s a hammerhead worm, an invasive species in Mississippi.

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So, did you know about this invasive species in Mississippi? Ever spotted any hammerhead worms in Mississippi? If so, did you know what it was? Know of any other invasive species in Mississippi? Tell us.

Should you spot an invasive species in Mississippi, including hammerhead worms, report it to the Department of Agriculture.

Not all wildlife in Mississippi is creepy and crawly. There are cute creatures, too, including spring peepers, which make their presence known every spring season.

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