Researchers hypothesized that host stress influences the release of rat lungworm larvae from snails, and tested this prediction by subjecting wild-caught, naturally infected snails (the semi-slug ...

With each cubic metre of soil in the UK containing an average of around 200 slugs, according to experts, we've put together ...

No-till farmers were plagued with slugs in 2024, so Penn State entomology specialist John Tooker takes a look at what caused ...

Slugs are most active in autumn, so as the weather becomes wetter and colder, it's essential to take action to keep these ...

Slugs are a gardener’s nightmare, munching through plants and leaving unsightly holes. They become even more of a menace in autumn, their breeding season. These pests can decimate flowers and ...

Cooler and wetter days make this time of year a popular time for slugs - and they're probably trying to get into your home ...

Q: Parsley caterpillars have just about eaten all my parsley. This is a good thing. I have four plants and 30 worms of different sizes/stages. My problem is the parsley is almost gone and I am not ...

Slugs can be very destructive if they're not ... The most serious damage is caused by the larvae which live in the soil and eat roots, weakening growth and often ultimately killing the plants.

We spoke with a food safety expert to learn everything you need to know about properly storing your eggs so you can safely eat each one. There are, however, ways to maximize an egg's freshness.

And while slugs lay eggs all year round, they’re most prolific in early spring and autumn. To keep those pesky gastropods away from your home, the household experts at Online Carpets have pulled ...