The breeding cycle is approximately 27 days from mating to laying eggs. Worms can double in population every 60 days.

Why are my worms not reproducing?

If there aren't any mating earthworms, egg capsules, or tiny hatchlings in your worm beds, here are some of the common reasons: The bedding is unhealthy: Too wet, too dry, too acid, too alkaline, needs changing out. It's too cold. When temps fall below 60 degrees, earthworms go dormant and will not breed.

At what age is a red wiggler able to reproduce How long does it take for worms to reproduce How often can their population grow double?

At the age of two to three months, these new worms are old enough to reproduce. Then, the worm reproductive cycle is complete. Mature worms can produce two cocoons per week under ideal conditions. In theory, their population can double every three months.