June 17, 2016

Did you know leeches can attack you even when you're on land? The tiger leech is a large terrestrial leech that can be found on bushes up to one meter above the ground. They can release their grip from plants and land on other animals, including humans. Its mouth is located on the anterior sucker. It is shaped so that the slits form a Y. Beyond those slits are sharp teeth and you can bet that those bites hurt. Oh! Don't forget the anticoagulants that prevent your blood from clotting.