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We Made A 20 Days Time-lapse Video Of Worms Making Compost

Vermicomposting is the controlled composting of organic residues with the use of earthworms and microorganisms. It is similar to composting, but it has specific benefits when compared with other means of processing organic wastes. By physically fragmenting and aerating the substrate and releasing enzymes, earthworms accelerate the process of decomposition and the development of beneficial microorganisms. This increased microorganic activity combined with the movement of the earthworms results in accelerated mineralization of nutrients and humification of organic matter.

Video was shot by Gregor Skoberne and Anže Rovanšek with a Nikon D5100 with built-in interval timer shooter; photos were taken every 10 minutes for 20 days. We used the camera’s flash because we couldn’t use constant lighting (worms don’t tolerate bright light), with the camera at an angle to avoid glare.

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