European Nightcrawlers
***European Nightcrawlers are currently unavailable***
The European Nightcrawler (Eisenia hortensis) is a large-bodied composting worm related to the Red Worm (notice they have the same ‘Genus’ name). The former scientific name of this species, Dendrobaena veneta, is still commonly used – especially in Europe.
Euros can certainly be used in vermicomposting applications (although they might not be quite so versatile or effective as the Red Worm in that department), but this is definitely a species that is very well suited for use as a bait worm or large food worm for fish and other pets. They are considerably larger than Red Worms, and tend to prefer higher moisture levels. If you keep Reds and Euros together you may notice that the Euros tend to occupy the lower region of your system while Reds are generally higher up.
In terms of durability, you just can’t beat the European Nightcrawler – whether it’s poor habitat conditions, or frigid waters (if using as bait), this species seems to tolerate just about anything. Unlike the Canadian Nightcrawler (Lumbricus terrestris), aka ‘Dew Worm’ – which need to be stored in the refrigerator until use – Euros can be kept at room temperature. Also unlike Dew Worms, Euros can be easily kept – and more importantly, will breed – in an indoor system (worm bin) so you can build your own population of bait worms, while reducing your garbage and producing the most incredible compost around!
Pricing (Tax Included):
Canadian Orders
1 lb – $50.00 CAD + shipping
1/2 lb – $30.00 CAD + shipping
Note: In order to ensure the fast and safe delivery of our worms we use Xpresspost or Expedited parcel delivery. We are happy to ship any orders that will arrive in 1-3 days (and will do 4 day shipments for smaller quantities of worms) – if you happen to live outside our shipping zones, we’ll try to help you find a supplier closer to home.
Please contact us with your postal code and the quantity of worms you are interested in ordering and we’ll be happy to get back to you quickly with a quote.
You are also more than welcome to pick-up your worms in Elmira ON (our location), but pick-ups are by appointment only.
U.S. Orders
Due to a partnership with a U.S. based supplier we are able to offer even lower prices (in US $$) to anyone living in the States. Please contact us for pricing details if you are a U.S. resident interested in purchasing worms.
Note: Minimum order for U.S. shipments is 1 lb
