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molluscs

Netted Slug Netted Slug
Deroceras reticulatum
Length up to 5cm

An extremely common slug of gardens and agricultural land; widespread throughout lowland Britain and Ireland. Body colour variable but usually buffish brown with network of darker brown veins and blotches. Body often looks lumpy; keel is truncated at tail end. Produces large quantities of clear mucus when irritated.
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