Captive earthworms (in a worm composting bin) have been reported to live as long as 10 years! Earthworms can eat many kinds of organic matter, including dead plant materials (dead leaves and other plant debris), soil micro-organisms (protozoa, nematodes, bacteria, fungi, etc.), and the remains of larger dead animals.
How long can worms survive in a container?
A 32-ounce container with about 1-2 dozen worms and filled with moist compost should keep the worms healthy and active for about three weeks. Store them out of direct sunlight at a temperature between 50 and 85 degrees. These special “crawlers” will actually thrive at these warm temperatures.
What is the average lifespan of a worm?
At birth, earthworms emerge small but fully formed, lacking only their sex structures which develop in about 60 to 90 days. They attain full size in about one year. Scientists predict that the average lifespan under field conditions is four to eight years, while most garden varieties live only one to two years.
How do you keep worms alive in a container?
Store them in the refrigerator. Close the container to retain moisture and place your worms in the refrigerator. Check on your stored worms every few days to make sure they're well-fed and the bedding is moist. If needed, sprinkle a few drops of water into the container to hydrate the worm bedding.
Can you keep a worm as a pet?
Composting worms make great pets because they are no trouble at all. Stocking a worm farm costs less than $50, but pays off in unlimited free compost for your garden. While worms are not fluffy or affectionate, they come with fewer problems than other pets.
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