TYPE OF WORMS USED IN VERMICOMPOST

The worms used in vermicomposting are called redworms (Eisenia foetida), also know as red wigglers, manure worms, red hybrid or tiger worms.

This is how the worms look like...


This is a picture of Redworms



This is a picture of Tiger Worms

Why do you use redworms for vermicompost?
This is because, redworms prefer temperatures between 55 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit and are suited to living in a worm bin. The temperature of the bedding should not be allowed to get below freezing or above 84 degrees.

You are advised not to use nightcrawlers... Why???
because, these worms depend on cooler temperatures and an extensive tunneling system to survive. They will die in your worm bin.
This is how nightcrawlers looks like. You better make sure you don't use the wrong worms.