Midget Milky Garden Slug – Deroceras agrestre

Midget Milky Garden Slug – Deroceras agrestre Common Name: Midget Milky Garden Slug Latin Name: Deroceras agrestre Appearance: The Midget Milky Garden Slug is small, measuring up to 1.5 cm long. It has a light brown or greyish body with a slimy texture and no visible shell.

• Egg:The eggs of the Midget Milky Garden Slug are small, white, and round, typically laid in clusters.
• Pupae:Slugs do not have a pupal stage in their life cycle.
• Larva:The Midget Milky Garden Slug’s larvae are elongated and slimy, with a slimy texture and no visible shell.
• Adults:The Midget Milky Garden Slug is an adult slug with a light brown or greyish body up to 1.5 cm long and no visible shell.

Host plants: The Midget Milky Garden Slug is known to feed on various plants, including vegetables, fruits, and ornaments. Territory: The Midget Milky Garden Slug is found in Europe, North America, and other parts of the world. Damages caused by Midget Milky Garden Slug: The Midget Milky Garden Slug is a herbivorous pest that feeds on plants’ leaves, flowers, and fruits. The damage caused by this slug can reduce the quality and quantity of the plant’s yield, stunt growth, and disease susceptibility. Life history and Habits: The Midget Milky Garden Slug is a hermaphrodite with both male and female reproductive organs. It reproduces by laying eggs in moist soil or other suitable substrates. The Midget Milky Garden Slug is active at night and can often be found feeding on plant leaves during this time. During the day, it seeks refuge in moist and cool areas, such as under leaves or rocks. Control measures for the Midget Milky Garden Slug include using slug baits, handpicking, and maintaining a dry environment around the plants.