Live Bloodworm (Glycera spp.) Please note this is a live marine specimen.
The Bloodworm (Glycera spp.) is a marine annelid commonly found buried in fine coastal mud and estuarine sediment throughout Maine. Recognized for its light pink, translucent body and distinctive eversible jaws, this species is a favorite among fishermen and marine biologists alike. Sustainably dug by hand with rakes, our bloodworms are harvested fresh to order and packed in seaweed to maintain health and vitality during transit. These ungraded “beach run” worms range from 4 to 10 inches in length and provide a valuable resource for fishing bait, classroom study, and marine biology research.
Key Facts: Common name: Bloodworm Scientific name:Glycera spp. Locations: Buried in fine sediment and mud Seasonality: Available all year Color: Light pink Size: 4” – 10”; ungraded worms (“beach run”) Collected: By hand, rake in marine mud Quantity: Sold by the baker’s dozen (13); dug fresh to order and packed in fresh, wet worm-weed in a plant-based compostable tub
Worm Care: Keep worms between 32–38°F for the longest lifespan. For best results, remove from the shipping tub and transfer to a larger container with worm-weed. Rinse daily with seawater and remove any worms that appear dead or dying—one bad worm can spoil the batch. With proper care, healthy bloodworms can live for weeks under refrigeration or on ice.
Important Shipping Notice: Worm buyers beware — while we do everything possible to pack and ship your worms safely, there is no guarantee that UPS will deliver on time. We are a small company, not Amazon, and cannot refund for late deliveries or perishables that fail due to carrier delays. We ship with fresh seaweed, insulated packaging, and frozen gel refrigerants, but please order with the understanding that live delivery depends on UPS performance. Buyer beware, and thank you for supporting Maine’s rural harvesters and our local coastal economy.
Note: This is a live marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected.
Live Bloodworm (Glycera spp.) Please note this is a live marine specimen.
The Bloodworm (Glycera spp.) is a marine annelid commonly found buried in fine coastal mud and estuarine sediment throughout Maine. Recognized for its light pink, translucent body and distinctive eversible jaws, this species is a favorite among fishermen and marine biologists alike. Sustainably dug by hand with rakes, our bloodworms are harvested fresh to order and packed in seaweed to maintain health and vitality during transit. These ungraded “beach run” worms range from 4 to 10 inches in length and provide a valuable resource for fishing bait, classroom study, and marine biology research.
Key Facts: Common name: Bloodworm Scientific name:Glycera spp. Locations: Buried in fine sediment and mud Seasonality: Available all year Color: Light pink Size: 4” – 10”; ungraded worms (“beach run”) Collected: By hand, rake in marine mud Quantity: Sold by the baker’s dozen (13); dug fresh to order and packed in fresh, wet worm-weed in a plant-based compostable tub
Worm Care: Keep worms between 32–38°F for the longest lifespan. For best results, remove from the shipping tub and transfer to a larger container with worm-weed. Rinse daily with seawater and remove any worms that appear dead or dying—one bad worm can spoil the batch. With proper care, healthy bloodworms can live for weeks under refrigeration or on ice.
Important Shipping Notice: Worm buyers beware — while we do everything possible to pack and ship your worms safely, there is no guarantee that UPS will deliver on time. We are a small company, not Amazon, and cannot refund for late deliveries or perishables that fail due to carrier delays. We ship with fresh seaweed, insulated packaging, and frozen gel refrigerants, but please order with the understanding that live delivery depends on UPS performance. Buyer beware, and thank you for supporting Maine’s rural harvesters and our local coastal economy.
Note: This is a live marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected.
Tidepool Tim says, "Bloodworms are popular in Maine for their use as aquaculture feed. What makes them visually interesting it what happens when they attack! They're carnivorous and capture food by extending a large proboscis containing four sets of hollow jaws. The jaws are attached to gland filled with venom painful even to a human. Even so, I have handled them so many times and don't run into trouble."
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