Sparse populations of worms may be slow to reproduce, but as a general rule, a worm at least 60 days old can find a mate and produce a cocoon that contains an average of four babies. Typically, a population of composting worms doubles every three to six months.
Will worms breed in a compost bin?
One key to red worms' reputation as superb composting worms is their ability to reproduce. A composting bin stocked with a couple of pounds of red worms can go a very long time without needing more worms added. If the worms are properly fed and cared for, they will make baby worms.
How long will it take for worms population to double?
The breeding cycle is approximately 27 days from mating to laying eggs. Worms can double in population every 60 days.
How long do worms take to become mature and reproduce?
It usually takes between 10 and 55 weeks for baby worms to mature into their full adult size. Once earthworms have reached adulthood – which can can be at four to six weeks – they're mature enough to reproduce and the cycle begins all over.
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