Pheretima and its close relatives derive nourishment from (a) sugarcane roots (b) decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter (c) soil insects (d) small pieces of fresh fallen leaves of maize, etc.
Option B.Pheretima (earthworm) and related organisms feed upon the decaying organic matter found in the soil. They also feed on the bits of plants and animal matter. Thus, they are omnivorous.
