Oklahoma’s Spring Showers May Bring… Worms?

After the recent rains in Oklahoma, people have noticed some very unique-looking visitors making their appearance all over the ground. In most cases, these grimy guests are harmless to people and animals, but there are a few that Oklahomans may want to be on the lookout for - especially if they're planning to do any gardening.

Worms in Oklahoma showing up on someone's doorstep after recent rainfall.

Someone on the public Facebook page for the Oklahoma Gardening Community shared photos of some strange looking worms that surfaced on their sidewalk, asking for everyone's opinions on whether they should be concerned. "What are these?? They're all over after the rain," they wrote.

After taking a look at the photos, it was difficult for users to distinguish exactly what kind of worms were swarming the area. Some commentors thought the creatures were harmless earthworms, good for the soil and safe for animals and people. Other commentors feared that the original poster was handling horsehair worms, which are considered parasites.

Common worms in Oklahoma that may come up from the ground after heavy rainfall.

Since it's very common to see worms and other insects appear after heavy rainfall in Oklahoma, it's worth taking a look at the most common worms that pop up.

Armyworms

Jumping Worms 

Earthworms 

Although these are the most common worms, they aren't the only bugs that you should keep an eye out for.