Limax maximus is the type species of the genus Limax. The adult slug measures 10–20 cm (3.9–7.9 in) in length and is generally a light greyish or grey-brown with darker spots and blotches, although the coloration and exact patterning of the body of this slug species is quite variable.

2023年8月21日 · 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.

2024年4月16日 · Leopard slugs, also known as great gray garden slugs or tiger slugs, have a light brown color with spots and stripes. These spots and stripes resemble a leopard pattern, hence the name. They can grow up to 4 inches (10 cm) in length and have two pairs of tentacles, which help with sensing their environment.

2007年10月15日 · It has spots on the mantle and spots or tiger stripes on the upper surface of its foot. It has a smooth, furrowless body with the pneumostome placement located near the rear edge of the mantle. It's length is about 4 inches (10 cm). It is four times faster than banana slug which is useful as it is predatory on other slugs.

2021年1月12日 · According to my research, spotted leopard slugs are an invasive species originating in Europe that typically live in damp locations under rocks, logs, leaves, or a variety of other items. They must stay wet in order to produce their sticky mucus which is vital for their survival because it allows them to move more easily and helps them eat.

Spotted 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). They often feed and hide among the leaves of large-leafed plants.

To discourage snails and slugs on potted plants you can place copper stripping around the base of the pots; and diatomaceous earth often discourages unwanted mollusks in your yard without harming plants. Slugs are susceptible to carbamate insecticides and iron phosphate.

Body yellowish white or grey to brown; back usually with 6, 4, or 2 dark (tan, black to navy blue-black) bands, these frequently interrupted to form a more or less coarsely spotted pattern; mantle irregularly spotted or marbled with dark pigment (tan, black to navy blue-black).

The spotted garden slug was introduced from Europe during the 1800s. It is the largest slug in the eastern United States. It may be a pest in gardens and is occasionally found in and around the house. The spotted garden slug may become locally abun-dant during wet years, but it usually has a clumped distribution. Identification

2023年1月17日 · Leopard slugs reach a length of up to 8 inch (ca. 20 cm). Their basic color ranges from light yellow to light gray or light brown. The characteristic spots can be seen all over the body, which often have an elongated shape on the hindquarters. This visually resembles the grain of a leopard. The number of spots varies greatly.