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molluscs

Dusky Slug Dusky Slug
Arion subfuscus
Length up to 7cm

Common in most parts of Britain and Ireland but scarce in E England. Favours woodland and hedgerows but also found in gardens. Body pale brown but dark on dorsal surface and with single longitudinal dark stripe on each side. Often looks golden due to orange body mucus. Sole yellow but sole mucus colourless.
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