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Slugs
Deroceras species
General Description
Field slugs can cause damage to a wide range of plants, particularly seedlings, which can be killed out, but also leaves, stems, grains and tubers.
Slugs are most active in mild wet weather. During dry weather, they are most likely o be found at night, but when weather conditions are ideal they can be found on plants, including the heads of cereals.
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