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ash-black slug

Limax cinereoniger

Critically Endangered

About

Ash-black slug (Limax cinereoniger) is a species in the genus Limax. It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, France, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Gastropoda (بطنيات القدم)

Order

Stylommatophora (عاموديات العيون)

Species

Limax cinereoniger (ash-black slug)

Names in Other Languages

German Schwarzer Schnegel

Similar Species in Limax

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European Giant Gardenslug

Limax maximus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ash-black slug?

The scientific name of ash-black slug is Limax cinereoniger. It belongs to the genus Limax.

What is the conservation status of ash-black slug?

ash-black slug (Limax cinereoniger) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does ash-black slug live?

ash-black slug is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, France, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Norway, Sweden.

What family does ash-black slug belong to?

ash-black slug (Limax cinereoniger) belongs to the genus Limax, which is part of the taxonomic family Limacidae.

Is ash-black slug endangered?

Yes, ash-black slug (Limax cinereoniger) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does ash-black slug belong to?

ash-black slug (Limax cinereoniger) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of ash-black slug?

The closest relatives of ash-black slug in the genus Limax include European Giant Gardenslug.