Piscine Leech [Piscicola]
Description
Piscicola is a genus of leeches that specifically targets fish as hosts. These leeches are found in both freshwater and marine environments, indicating their versatile adaptability. Members of Piscicola are recognized for their streamlined bodies and the presence of a posterior sucker, which they use to attach to fish, often causing harm to their hosts.
Species

Fish Leech [Piscicola piscicola]
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Lamprey Leech [Piscicola lampetrae]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Leeches
Hirudinea
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Order |
Rhynchobdellida
Rhynchobdellida
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Family |
Piscicolids
Piscicolidae
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Statistics
- Species 2