Leech

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Leech (Sanguessuga)

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The frequent presence of leeches with a hidden lifestyle in the mantle cavity of freshwater mussels has been recorded since the second half of the 19th century. Yet this was, until now, regarded as an accidental phenomenon. Recent research not only reveals seven mussel-associated leech species new to science, but also shows that their association evolved over millions of years.

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Two genome sequences of the European medicinal leech Hirudo medicinalis have just been revealed in a pair of papers, and the unexpected…

Leech by Hiron Ennes Hardcover | Indigo Chapters

They were once used to treat everything from headaches to strangulation, and leeches are still a vital part of surgery. But how are they farmed?

There are between 700 and 1,000 species of leeches throughout the world. Most prey on insects, snails and other small creatures. Some swallow their prey whole. Others have an extendible probosci…