Assessment of an Organophosphate Pesticide Particularly Malathion on Earthworm: A Review

Aristotle called earthworms the “intestines of the earth” whereas “natures plough” name was allotted by Charles Darwin. The functioning of earthworms has been admired for a long time. They play a constructive aftermath on various ecosystem services like pedogenesis, nutrient cycling, water recycling, and other non-material aids. Earthworm allures more recognition of capability to convert solid waste into beneficial material termed as “vermicompost”. Malathion as an organophosphate pesticide is most used in agriculture and household applications to control pests. Malathion falls under EPA toxicity class III as a slightly toxic compound. Malathion is a standout amongst the most broadly utilized organo-phosphorous. Its fast detoxification is caused by mammalian carboxylesterases present in the liver and different tissues. It acts as acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and its relatively low poisonous quality and short half-life add to its prevalence.