Arion distinctus
Brown soil slug
Arion distinctus, Brown soil slug. Belongs to a group of similar small slugs named Arion hortensis which are difficult to tell apart. Considered to be significant pests in horticulture. Common in moist places, including gardens.
Photograph detail
Slide 1: Arion distinctus, Brown soil slug. Group of slugs on an apple infected with Brown Fruit Rot, Monilia fructigena. Garden in Redmire. October.
Slide 2: Arion distinctus, Brown soil slug. Side view of slug on apple. Garden in Redmire. October.
Slide 3: Arion distinctus, Brown soil slug. Top view of slug on apple. Garden in Redmire. October.
Slide 4: Arion distinctus, Brown soil slug. Slug on an apple infected with Brown Fruit Rot, Monilia fructigena. Garden in Redmire. October.