Genetic signature of accidental transfer of the peregrine earthworm Pontoscolex corethrurus (Clitellata, Glossoscolecidae) in French Guiana

► Population genetics study of the peregrine earthworm P. corethrurus in its native range. ► AFLPs data revealed human-mediated transfer of the earthworm. ► The history of invasion by P. corethrurus could be efficiently traced back using AFLPs.