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Farnschnecke

Deroceras laeve

Least Concern

About

The Brown Slug (Deroceras laeve) is a species in the genus Deroceras. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, among 7 distinct biome types. Populations are also fo

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, among 7 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Cabo Verde, Sao Tome and Principe, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (Guatemala, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (5 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Farnschnecke

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Farnschnecke?
The scientific name of Farnschnecke is Deroceras laeve. It belongs to the genus Deroceras.
What is the conservation status of Farnschnecke?
Farnschnecke (Deroceras laeve) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Farnschnecke live?
Farnschnecke is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Cabo Verde, Sao Tome and Principe, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (Guatemala, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, France, Greece, Guatemala.
What family does Farnschnecke belong to?
Farnschnecke (Deroceras laeve) belongs to the genus Deroceras, which is part of the taxonomic family Agriolimacidae.
Is Farnschnecke endangered?
No, Farnschnecke (Deroceras laeve) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Farnschnecke belong to?
Farnschnecke (Deroceras laeve) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Farnschnecke?
The closest relatives of Farnschnecke in the genus Deroceras include Brauner Uferschnegel, Einfarbige Ackerschnecke, Gartenschnecke, Mittelmeer-Ackerschnecke.

Native Range — 25 Countries

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