Jumbo Red Worms

 

Jumbo Red Worms
Eisena hortensis

Sold by the pound as "bed run" or by 1000's for fully-grown worms.
Available year-round.
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...great for Fishing!
...effective for Composting!
Large, tough, and lively.
Use for brackish or fresh water fishing.
Keep wiggling in icy water for hours.
Attract a wide variety of fish.
Can be kept at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.
Robust and energetic.
Thrive at room temperatures.
Easy to care for - less temperamental than other worm species.
Good rate of reproduction - use extras as bait worms.
Good appetite.

...WORM FACTS:
  • Size - 2½" or longer when fully grown.
  • Approximately 350 fully grown worms per pound.
  • These worms are inquisitive so leave a light on or screening over the top to keep them from escaping.
  • Average rate of use: ½-1 pound of worms per square foot of surface area.
  • Worms can eat up to half their weight of leafy wastes per day. Only feed them what they will eat within a few days. Do not over-feed.
 

Jumbo Red Worms