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SLUG |
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 Black Ground
Powdery Mildew &
Mold
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 Most slugs are light brown or gray in color, and reach lengths of up to 2 inches. Like the snail, the slug was introduced here from Europe and has also become a major pest. They can be very destructive, and will feed on a wide variety of plants. They like moist areas, and generally come out at night to feed.
1.Antenna- none
2.Eyes- antenna-like eyes 3.Head 4.Legs- none 5.Wings- none 5.Wings- none 6.Thorax- none 7.Petiole- none 8.Abdomen- long slimy body 9.Color- gray to dark brown 10.Other- damages plants Life CycleNests are made in underground burrows using dried vegetation. From 4-15 young are born in each litter, usually in spring, summer, and fall months. They remain underground for 6 weeks before emerging, and a new litter can be produced in as little as one month. Ground squirrels will hibernate in late fall to early winter, emerging as early as January. In the wild, they live about five years. |
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Florida Pest Management Inc. 5533 Wesconnett Blvd. Jacksonville.
 : 771-5566  : FloridaPest@gmail.com |
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