![Earthworms in a healthy compost bin in middle Georgia.](https://secure.caes.uga.edu/news/multimedia/images/1531/compostwormssmall.jpg)
Compost Critters
Gardeners are likely to see a whole community of living things in their compost piles — from millipedes and roaches to worms and small mammals. While most of this activity is natural and great for compost, some uninvited guests can indicate a problem with the compost pile.