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Killer Slug Found – in Kalix

In Kalix, just six miles from the Arctic Circle, a killer slug has been found in a garden. Much suggests that the garden pest is on its way to establishing itself in northernmost Norrland as well.

Killer Slug Found – in Kalix

Record year for killer slugs: "Completely crazy"

Garden owners testify to an unusually large number of garden snails this year. A massive, slimy invasion that eats up everything in its path.

Record year for killer slugs: "Completely crazy"

Summer's peak awaits – for the murder snails

Murder snails are a recurring problem in Swedish nature and Swedish gardens – a problem we will never get rid of, says snail expert Ted von Proschwitz. The brown snails have now also reached a good bit up in northern Sweden.

Summer's peak awaits – for the murder snails