Slug egg mass

Scientific Name: Gastropoda (Unidentified species)

Order & Family: Order: Stylommatophora; Family: Various (e.g., Limacidae or Arionidae)

Size: Individual eggs are typically 2-4mm; clusters can range from 1 to 5 centimeters.

Slug egg mass

Natural Habitat

Damp, dark locations such as under mulch, leaf litter, logs, or in loose garden soil.

Diet & Feeding

As embryos, they consume the nutrient-rich albumin within the egg; adults eat decaying organic matter, fungi, and live plant tissue.

Behavior Patterns

Eggs are laid in translucent, gelatinous clusters to prevent desiccation. They hatch in 2-4 weeks depending on temperature and humidity.

Risks & Benefits

Risks: Can grow into pests that damage garden crops and ornamental plants. Benefits: Help decompose organic matter and provide a food source for birds and amphibians.

Identified on: 1/1/2026