Large Black Slug - Arion ater sensu stricta

Description

This slug belongs to a species complex that are very difficult to separate. There are three species in this complex (Arion ater group): Arion ater, Arion rufus and Arion vulgaris. Detailed proof of identification is needed – failing this records should be submitted as Arion ater agg.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

This slug belongs to a species complex that are very difficult to separate, usually requiring dissection. Detailed proof of identification is needed.– Failing this records should be submitted as Arion ater agg.

Habitat

Usually in damper areas.

When to see it

All year round.

UK Status

Status is difficult to determine as many records may be better placed as Arion ater aggregate if detailed examination has not taken place.

VC55 Status

Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.

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Species profile

Common names
Large Black Slug, Great Red Slug, Great Black Slug
Species group:
Slugs & Snails
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Pulmonata
Family:
Arionidae
Records on NatureSpot:
1
First record:
27/03/2023 (O'Brien, Helen)
Last record:
27/03/2023 (O'Brien, Helen)

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