Ariolimax californicus by lemonjim

Photography • Animals • posted on Apr 26, 2011

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Description

Ariolimax californicus, the California Banana Slug! I like them because they are only found in the deepest redwood forests. Up to a foot long, 4 oz. (115g), and 16.5 centimeters / minute = 0.0061515748 mph top speed in a hurry but often much slower! Like me, they love mushrooms. This one lives in the Heritage Grove near La Honda, CA. Enjoy!

Comments (4)

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ThomasMacCallum

1:05AM | Wed, 27 April 2011

Cool, I have never seen such a creature

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Juliette.Gribnau

1:31AM | Wed, 27 April 2011

intereting ! they do not live in my country ( netherlands)

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LivingPixels

7:00AM | Wed, 27 April 2011

Fascinating looking creature Jim !! nice capture!

MrsLubner

10:48PM | Wed, 27 April 2011

I realize this is one of our state symbols but I'm not a slug fan per se. However, once you see one, you never forget it. They are impressive, just like your capture.