Asian Marine Leech [Stibarobdella macrothela]
Description
Stibarobdella macrothela, also known as the Asian Marine Leech, is commonly found in the waters of the western Pacific Ocean. This species is parasitic and usually targets bony fishes and cartilaginous fishes as its hosts. It is characterized by its elongated shape and dark brown color. Adult specimens can reach up to 50 mm in length.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Leeches
Hirudinea
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| Order |
Arhynchobdellida
Arhynchobdellida
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| Family |
Piscicolidae
Piscicolidae
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| Genus |
Stibarobdella
Stibarobdella
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