You’re walking through your kitchen at night, flip on the light… and there it is.
A slug, slowly gliding across the floor.
Your first instinct? “Ew — get it out!”
But before you grab the salt or paper towel, take a breath.
That slimy visitor isn’t just a gross intruder — it might be a quiet messenger from the natural world.
While slugs are often dismissed as garden pests or bathroom invaders, they play surprisingly vital roles in ecosystems, science, and even skincare. And when one finds its way into your home, it’s usually not random.
Let’s explore what it really means — ecologically, symbolically, and practically — when a slug comes inside.
🌧️ Why Did a Slug Come Into Your Home?
