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    Limax maximus - Wikipedia

    • Habitat The slug is almost always found near human habitation — usually in lawns, gardens, cellars or in other damp areas. This species is not gregarious. It frequents gardens, damp and shady hedgerows and woods, hiding during the day beneath stones, under fallen trees, or other obscure and damp places. It does however exhibit a decided preference for th… See more

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    Overview

    Limax 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 … See more

    Description

    The body length of the adult is 10-20 cm (4-8 in).
    The greater part of the body is rounded, but there is a short keel on its tail, with about 48 longitudinal rows of elongate, detached tubercles. … See more

    Distribution

    The internal shells of the different species of Limacidae are not recognizable to the species level. Therefore, the fossil distribution of Limax maximus (and other Limacidae species) is unknown. Unidentifie… See more

    Behavior

    Limax maximus is nocturnal, feeding at night. It is not very active or prolific. When alarmed, or at rest, this slug merely draws its head within the shield, but does not otherwise contract its body. When irritated, it is said to … See more

    Gallery

    • on a forest floor in France
    • on a leaf in Germany
    • Canberra, Australia
    • A lighter specimen … See more

    External links

    • Limax maximus at Animalbase taxonomy, short description, distribution, biology, status (threats), images
    • Images of Mating
    • Giant Garden Slug, Aliens Among Us. Virtual Exhibit of the Virtual Museum of Canada… See more

    Further reading

    • Gelperin A (March 1974). "Olfactory Basis of Homing Behavior in the Giant Garden Slug, Limax maximus". Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. 71 (3): 966–70. Bibcode… See more

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  1. Ash-black slug Limax cinereoniger
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    The world's largest species of terrestrial slug is the ash-black slug Limax cinereoniger. Found in ancient woodlands throughout all but the most northerly regions of Europe, it can grow to a length of up to 30 cm, and eats fungi.

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    What is the largest slug in the world?
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    Which slug eats fungi?
    Find a record Records FAQs The world's largest species of terrestrial slug is the ash-black slug Limax cinereoniger. Found in ancient woodlands throughout all but the most northerly regions of Europe, it can grow to a length of up to 30 cm, and eats fungi. Records change on a daily basis and are not immediately published online.

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    Where can I find a giant slug?
    Your best chance of spotting these giant slugs is in the UK or Europe, with the exception of a few specific areas. It would be hard to miss such a massive creature. The Limax Cinereoniger slug can be found in diverse natural forests and shrublands, including coniferous forests. It crawls on the ground and in trees but avoids cultivated forests.

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    Where do slugs live?
    The slug is almost always found near human habitation — usually in lawns, gardens, cellars or in other damp areas. This species is not gregarious. It frequents gardens, damp and shady hedgerows and woods, hiding during the day beneath stones, under fallen trees, or other obscure and damp places.

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    What is ash black slug?
    Limax cinereoniger, the ash-black slug is a large species of air-breathing land slug in the terrestrial pulmonate gastropod mollusc family Limacidae, the keelback slugs. This is the largest land slug species in the world. This slug is native to Europe.

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    How big does a slug grow?
    These slugs are known for their impressive size, as they can grow up to 8 inches when fully mature. However, it is normal for this slug to reach up to 12 inches in the UK. In contrast, the Arion ater is one of the most common slugs and grows up to 5½ inches at maturity.

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    Jan 16, 2023 · Limax cinereoniger, also known as the ash-black slug, is a type of land slug that belongs to the Limacidae family. It is also known as the keelback slug. What sets the Limax cinereoniger apart is its impressive size – it’s the …

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    Limax cinereoniger - Wikipedia

  5. Guinness World Records
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    Leopard Slug (Limax maximus) - iNaturalist

    Limax 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 …

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    Ash-black Slug (Lancashire Key Species - Molluscs)

    Limax cinereoniger is a large species of air-breathing land slug in the terrestrial pulmonate gastropod mollusk family Limacidae, the keelback slugs. This is the largest land slug species in the world.