Most people don't find the mating activities of an organism such as a worm to be intriguing, but if you live in Bermuda you may find yourself seeking out this mating ritual. While we haven't seem it yet, we have been told that it is a must see! The Glow Worms that live in Bermuda mate only in the months of June, July, August, and September and oddly enough they only mate 2-3 days after a full moon and exactly 56 minutes after the sunsets! This ritual last about 10 minutes, so you must come early not to miss it. It is so exciting that the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (B.U.E.I.) offers a $50 boat cruise to see this event. You can also go to any dock or inlet on the island to see this display. Now you may be asking this is great Emily, but why the heck would you go see worms mate. Well, these worms are no ordinary worms, glow worms produce bioluminescent displays during their activities. The females come to the surface and swim in circles while emitting their eggs. The male worms then streak towards the females producing sperm that explodes in what is called marine fireworks! Weird I know, but I guess it is amazing. These activities were first recorded in 1492 by Christopher Columbus! Our plan is to go see these worms this Wednesday while Chuck and Crystal are in town. What a better way to entertain our guests then by taking them to a giant worm orgy. Hmmmm....I will have to report back on our experience.
Until next time...
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