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Molluscicides are pesticides used in agriculture or gardening, specifically to control molluscan pest species. These pesticides are intended to target certain slug and snail species that can damage crops by partially eating them. Molluscicides should however be used with caution, as they can be harmful to non-target animals. Most molluscicides are not used in organic gardening, though there are exceptions, such as iron phosphate. Molluscicide, more commonly known as snail bait, comes in three main forms metaldehydes, particularly Defender™, which are usually green; methiocarbs, particularly Baysol™, which are blue; and metallic based pellets, such as iron phosphate or aluminium sulfate, which are normally grey. Many species are susceptible to accidental poisoning, dogs are the species most frequently poisoned. LD50 is about 1 teaspoon of snail-bait per 5kg of animal. Some brands contain a bittering agent which may discourage accidental poisoning, but these are not always effective. Iron phosphate is not especially poisonous to pets or other animals.
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