Ghost Snails

These little ghost snails/slugs would love to be your friend for Halloween (or year-round)! They promise not to eat your plants, because ghosts don't need food. 

File by: Layers in Green (printed under a commercial license) 

What is PLA? Polylactic acid (PLA) filament is a thermoplastic polyester made from renewable resources like corn starch or sugarcane. It's a common material used in 3D printing. 

Properties:

• Biodegradable: PLA can be broken down in composting plants or under certain conditions with high heat 
• Recyclable: PLA can be melted and reused without significant damage 
• Non-toxic: PLA doesn't emit toxins or fumes when melted 
• Low shrinkage: PLA doesn't deform after cooling, making it ideal for 3D printing 
• Low melting point: PLA has a melting point between 80 and 150 °C (176 - 302°F)
• Good layer adhesion: PLA has excellent layer adhesion, making it good for creating intricate designs 

Production:

• PLA is made by breaking down the starch in plants like corn or beets into lactic acid 
• PLA is the second most produced bioplastic