Limax maximus - Wikipedia
WEBLimax maximus (literally, "biggest slug"), known by the common names great grey slug and leopard slug, is a species of slug in the family Limacidae, the keeled slugs. [4] It is among the largest keeled slugs, Limax cinereoniger being the largest.
Are Leopard Slugs Poisonous? Unveiling the Truth About These …
WEBAug 21, 2023 — Leopard slugs, also known as great gray garden slugs or spotted leopard slugs, are impressive creatures that can grow up to 8 inches (10 cm) in length. They are native to Asia Minor and Europe and are known for their unique mating habits which involve suspending themselves from a slime cord.
11 Types of Slugs (With Pictures & Facts) - Wildlife Informer
WEBLeopard slug (spotted garden slug) Leopard slug | image by Jim, the Photographer via Flickr | CC BY 2.0. Scientific Name: Limax maximus. The leopard slug, which can reach a length of up to 8 inches, is one of the largest-keeled slugs.
Leopard Slug: Transforming Your Garden into a Haven of Growth
WEBApr 17, 2024 — Leopard slugs, also known as spotted garden slugs or giant slugs, are an interesting species of slug that can be found in various habitats. These creatures can grow quite large, ranging from 3 to 7 inches long.
Leopard slugs: Introduce them into the garden? - SLUGHELP.com
WEBJan 17, 2023 — Leopard slugs are also called great gray slugs, tiger slug or giant garden slugs. The slug belongs to the family of keeled slugs. Compared to other slugs, keeled slugs are slimmer and more elongated.
Great Gray Garden Slug, Tiger slug, spotted leopard slug
WEBOct 15, 2007 — Great Gray Garden Slug, Tiger slug, spotted leopard slug Limax maximus is found commonly in West Coast gardens. It has spots on the mantle and spots or tiger stripes on the upper surface of its foot.
Limax maximus (leopard slug) | CABI Compendium - CABI Digital …
WEBThis datasheet on Limax maximus covers Identity, Overview, Distribution, Dispersal, Hosts/Species Affected, Diagnosis, Biology & Ecology, Environmental Requirements, Natural Enemies, Impacts, Prevention/Control, Further Information. Identity. Preferred Scientific Name. Limax maximus Linnaeus. Preferred Common Name. leopard slug.
Leopard Slug (Limax maximus) - iNaturalist
WEBLimax maximus (literally, "biggest slug"), known by the common names great grey slug and leopard slug, is a species of slug in the family Limacidae, the keeled slugs. It is among the largest keeled slugs, Limax cinereoniger being the …
WEBThe spotted garden slug is from 13 to 18 cm (5 to 7 in.) long when fully grown (fig. 1). It has a brown body with nu-merous dark spots or blotches, and its slime is clear. Biology. Slugs need a certain amount of dampness or humidity to survive.
Spotted Garden Slug
WEBSpotted garden slugs prefer temperatures of 21 to 27°C. They can survive 30 to 34°C for a short while, but they immediately seek shelter to conserve moisture. These slugs regulate body temperature by evaporation of water from the skin (maintaining up to 12°C difference).