For many of us, slugs are just slimy little creatures that pop up after it rains or sneak their way into the garden uninvited. They’re not exactly anyone’s favorite houseguest. But if you take a closer look—beyond their gooey exterior—slugs are actually kind of amazing.
From enriching soil to inspiring skincare and even helping scientists study the brain, these underrated mollusks are doing more behind the scenes than most of us realize.
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