Corn: Slugs (Various species)

Pub 812: Field Crop Protection Guide > Chapter 1: Corn > Slugs

Field Crop Protection Guide 2011-2012, Order 2011-2012 publication

Table of Contents

  1. Description
  2. Integrated Pest Management Options
  3. Related Links...


Description

Juveniles and adults are soft-bodied, legless, greyish or mottled in appearance and have a slimy or gelatinous covering that helps keep them from drying out. The head has two pairs of tentacles. Slugs usually range from 1-3 cm in length but can reach up to 10 cm.

Integrated Pest Management Options

Usually not an economic pest because growing point is not affected. Chemical control is not recommended.

 

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