Featured in: Year 4: Living things and their habitats
Slug
Invertebrate
A mollusk closely related to snails, but without a visible shell.
A mollusc similar to a snail but without a visible shell.
Key Question: Does it have a shell? No.
💡 Fun Facts
- A slug's body is mostly water, which is why they must stay in damp places to avoid drying out.
- They have four tentacles on their head; the top two have eyes, and the bottom two are for smelling and feeling.
- Some slugs can stretch to 20 times their resting length to squeeze through tiny gaps.
📄 Educational Handout Available
Download the printable infographic: Snails vs Slugs