Who was the scientist that first discovered Eathworms?

Question

what was the name of the famous scientists that first found out about the earthworm and named them?Did it start with Charles?

Answer 1

Considering how common earth worms are, it is unlikely they were discovered.... seeing as just about anyone can see them, especially after rain.

Here is a quote by Charles Darwin about them though...

"It may be doubted whether there are any other animals which have played so important a part in the history of the world, as have these lowly creatures "