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Scientific Name Ariolimax californicus, A. columbianus, and A. dolichophallus Names, Classification, Range, and Habitat The common name, “banana slug,” describes eight species of terrestrial slugs found in damp, temperate, coniferous forests along the west coast, from California to Alaska. Isolated… Read More Banana Slug

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Did you know that banana slugs eat the organ of their partner after mating? Besides this weird habit, they also have many unique features that make them stand out in the forest ecosystem. So, get ready to discover some interesting facts about these yellow slimy creatures!

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The most economically important species of slug (> 90%) in the Pacific Northwest that is most associated with damaging field crops is the gray field slug (or commonly called the gray garden slug), Deroceras reticulatum, Müller. This slug species can be found in cultivated areas such as agricultural field crops, backyard gardens, roadside, parks, and meadows. This slug is much less common in natural habitats (e.g., forests). It is native to Europe, North Africa and the Atlantic Islands.

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