These worms are small but mighty when it comes to eating and mating so you will have lots of castings to fertilize your plants and they lay a lot of eggs so you will have more worms for your garden. They are also good for pet treats and fishing for trout and other small fish. There are about 100 + worms in a ounce depending on size. I only ship 2-3 day priority mail and if possible they are shipped the same day you order them, Wednesday is my last shipping day of the week so they don't spend the weekend at the post office. I also sell them by the pound for $34.00 and free shipping. Thanks for looking. Paula We have Red worms for sale by the ounce. They are the small worm in the pictures. They are about 1 to 3 inches long and about as thick as a coffee stirrer or a cocktail toothpick. They are the best worms for composting they eat a lot and leave a lot of castings ( plant food ), also they lay a lot of eggs so you will have many babies. They are also great for fishing and pet food or treats. They cost $3.00 per ounce plus $7.00 shipping Thanks for looking. Paula