This slithering, rolling mass of protoplasm grows and feeds wherever a variety of organic detritus has accumulated, including dumpsters, compost heaps, bogs, and cesspools. A botularia may spend its entire existence scavenging in peace until provoked, venting a toxic gas from its pores which causes temporary confusion, dizziness and memory loss while it returns to its endless feeding. Botularia are capable of reproducing even in their macroscopic form, splitting apart as they feed and grow.