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How do you build a worm bed?

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Check out this article on building a worm bed from scratch: http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Worm-Bed However, you can also purchase a plastic tub to use instead.

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What is the best temperature for worms in a refrigerator?

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Between 32 degrees Fahrenheit and 37 degrees Fahrenheit keeps the worms maintained and happy.

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What are "coffee grounds"?

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The “ground” coffee beans that are left in the filter after a pot of coffee is brewed.

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What should you feed worms to keep them alive?

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You can put the worms in a bag of dirt and mulch. This is what worms usually eat in their natural environment.

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I have my worms in a refrigerator. When I check on them, they are climbing up the sides and escaping through the lid. What am I doing wrong?

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Tape the lid down. It will make it harder for them to escape.

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How do I know if the worms are dead?

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They will not be moving if they're dead. If you're unsure just by looking at them, try picking one up and squeezing it gently. If it still doesn't move, it's dead.

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How do I know if worms are alive?

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If worms are alive, then they will wiggle around or show other signs of movement.

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What temperature should I set the refrigerator to maintain the fishing worms?

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You might want to leave it around 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower to freeze them.

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Can I keep my worms in a small can? Will my worms mate?

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If you keep your worms in a small container they might not have enough room and they might die. Your worms might mate but it matters about the space. They need enough space to have their baby worms and to thrive.

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How do I mail worms safely?

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Check with your local post office to find out about any rules/procedures required to mail worms. It would be best to use a 1-2 day shipping service. Place the worms in soil in a small, semi porous container (something like a paper coffee cup) with a small ice pack next to it. Put that in a slight larger container and make sure that it is insulated. Mark on the box that you intend to ship the worms that it is perishable and to keep the box upright.

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