 Leeches
are a member of the annelid or segmented worms group, a group which also
includes earthworms. Although some species are bloodsuckers, most are carnivores
which feed on other aquatic organisms. A few species are scavengers. They
are good swimmers and usually occur in vegetation and bottom areas of warm
shallow water. They are nocturnal and seek dark areas during the daylight. |
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