Slugs: The Surprisingly Important Creatures Beneath Our Feet

They:

• Recycle organic matter and enrich the soil
• Provide food for a wide range of wildlife
• Offer valuable substances for medicine and skincare
• Help scientists unlock mysteries of the brain

In other words, slugs are not just useful—they’re essential.

Finding Beauty in the Unnoticed

There’s a quiet lesson hidden in the story of the slug: value isn’t always flashy. Sometimes, the most important work is done out of sight, in silence, and without applause.

We often look for wonder in grand landscapes or powerful animals. But wonder also exists in the small and slimy, the slow and unnoticed.

So the next time you see a slug crossing your sidewalk or nestled in your garden bed, pause before reaching for the salt. Consider, instead, the many ways this little creature is serving your world—quietly, persistently, and with more significance than you ever imagined.