The Giant Earthworm

The Giant Earthworm was built in 1985 to educate visitors about the remarkable giant Gippsland earthworm, one of Australia's most unusual endemic species. These worms, which can grow up to 3 meters long and live for up to 10 years, are found only in the blue-grey clay soils of South Gippsland and are now classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss. The attraction has become an important educational facility for soil ecology and conservation.

More Fun Facts

• •Giant Gippsland earthworms can grow up to 3 meters long
• •They are found nowhere else in the world except South Gippsland
• •These worms can live for up to 10 years
• •You can hear them moving underground - they make a gurgling sound
• •They are now classified as vulnerable due to farming and land clearing

Visiting Tips

• 💡The walk-through experience takes about 30 minutes
• 💡Combine with a visit to Phillip Island just 20 minutes away
• 💡The wildlife park has native Australian animals
• 💡Great educational experience for kids
• 💡Don't expect to see real giant worms - they're extremely rare and live underground