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The growth and reproduction of vermicomposting earthworm Eudrilus eugeniae is influenced by the Physico chemical parameters of organic bed materials. The present study compares the fecundity and growth rate of earthworm E. eugeniae in relation with different vermibed materials viz, elephant dung and cow dung. Hence the reproductive indices including cocoon production, fecundity, and sperm counting was recorded. For in vitro analysis of earthworm reproductive parameters viz, sperm counting , and weight of the seminal vesicle, the clitellated adult earthworms were randomly selected from the three vermireactors (100% elephant dung, 100% cow dung, and 50% elephant dung +50% cow dung) after 45 th day. The results of study revealed that the earthworm reared in 50% elephant dung and 50% cow dung showed maximum reproductive potential and growth rate. * Corresponding author KEYWORDS

INFLUENCE OF ELEPHANT DUNG ON FECUNDITY AND GROWTH RATE OF EARTHWORM Eudrilus eugeniae