Slugs have slithered their way into headlines because they’re everywhere in Oregon, and their population is skyrocketing. These soft-bodied, slow-moving creatures might seem harmless at first glance, but they are creating a lot of attention in gardens, parks, and even urban landscapes.
Gardeners are noticing leaves disappearing overnight, seedlings vanishing without a trace, and glistening trails marking the presence of a gastropod invasion.
