Originally posted by Norm Kopecky:
catmandoo, I understand the need for holes in the plastic tub to allow drainage. What I don't understand is how you keep the worms from crawling out through the holes. Can you explain this?
Norm,
I think my worms are living the American dream. I wouldn't doubt I even have a few sneaking in. Nearly everyday they get a new surprise to eat. They are kept cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Life is good. I think they must be asking themselves if the life could really be better elsewhere.
When I had them on a slab outside my basement, there were times I'd see a few of the babies on the concrete after a heavy rain. But, I've never had any evidence that large numbers are sneaking out.
I do know that they don't like light, so they don't seem to want to sneak out the sides. Most are in the upper parts. Few seem to venture to the bottom, where there are more holes.
No real scientif answers. I just know I've usually got some real big ones, lots of medium size worms, and a gazzilion babies.
Good worming,
Ken
