Atlantic Leech [Calliobdella vivida]
Description
The Atlantic Leech is a parasitic marine species that latches onto fish for sustenance. It's commonly found in the Atlantic Ocean. It has a dark brown body with a slender and elongated shape, which allows it to cling to its host effectively. Its mouth contains several sharp teeth used to pierce the skin of the host fish.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Leeches
Hirudinea
|
| Order |
Arhynchobdellida
Arhynchobdellida
|
| Family |
Piscicolidae
Piscicolidae
|
| Genus |
Fish Leech
Cystobranchus
|