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Identification
Slugs are legless, slimy, no shell. Snails have coiled shell. Active at night and in wet weather. Slime trails present.
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Life Cycle
Lay clusters of eggs in soil. Active spring through autumn. Most active in mild, wet conditions.
warning
Damage Signs
Ragged holes in leaves, especially seedlings and hostas. Can destroy young plants overnight.
healing
Treatment
Slug pellets (iron phosphate is pet-safe). Beer traps. Copper tape. Hand-pick at night.
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Prevention
Avoid mulch near vulnerable plants. Encourage hedgehogs and frogs. Copper barriers.