The European Nightcrawler is truly an amazing  Bait worm.  It's tough, durable, and active.   This worm stays on the hook longer, stays active longer, and stays alive longer under water.   The European Nightcrawler is larger than the Red Worm but smaller than the Canadian Nightcrawler  (which can be TOO big), making them the ideal bait worm.  The European Nightcrawler requires no refrigeration.   They're also tougher and much more active than other types of fishing worms.    European's will keep alive and healthy in the cup from 3-5 weeks.   At 60 degrees, they'll keep even longer. In beds, they do well in temperatures ranging from 50 to 90 degrees  and can tolerate temperatures much higher or lower if their bedding is of the proper . We ship Monday - Wednesday. We suggest you contact the post office and pick them up, so they don't ride around in a hot truck all day. Thanks for looking.  We are a family owned business.  Thanks for your order.  There will be about 200 worms per pound.  They are a nice bait  size.   The more you order the more you save on shipping.