Critter of the Week: Gherkin slug | Putoko ropiropi

Our first critter of the year looks like a pickle that sprouted eye stalks and escaped into the forest. Meet the gherkin slug, Athoracophorus papillatus - an unusual and quirky critter that is only found in Aotearoa. The gherkin slug is one of 21 nominees vying for the title of Bug of the Year 2025.