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Milky Slug

Deroceras reticulatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Gastropoda ›Order: Stylommatophora ›Family: Agriolimacidae ›Genus: Deroceras

About

Deroceras reticulatum, common names the "grey field slug" and "grey garden slug", is a species of small air-breathing land slug, a terrestrial pulmonate gastropod mollusk in the family Agriolimacidae. This species is an important agricultural pest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Milky Slug?
The scientific name of Milky Slug is Deroceras reticulatum.
What is the conservation status of Milky Slug?
The Milky Slug has a conservation status of NNA.
What kingdom does Milky Slug belong to?
Milky Slug belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Milky Slug belong to?
Milky Slug belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Milky Slug belong to?
Milky Slug belongs to the class Gastropoda.
What order does Milky Slug belong to?
Milky Slug belongs to the order Stylommatophora.
What family does Milky Slug belong to?
Milky Slug belongs to the family Agriolimacidae.
What genus does Milky Slug belong to?
Milky Slug belongs to the genus Deroceras.