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How many species of leech are terrestrial?

Question #152500. Asked by serpa.
Last updated Jul 09 2026.
Originally posted Jul 08 2026 3:38 PM.

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Leeches are not confined to aquatic environments; about 90 species have adapted to terrestrial life, and 100 species inhabit the oceans. Terrestrial leeches, primarily from the family Haemadipsidae, are common in the damp, high-humidity forests of tropical and subtropical zones.

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Jul 09 2026, 12:46 AM
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