Calliobdella
Calliobdella is a genus of marine leeches in the family Piscicolidae. The genus was first described in 1913 by the American zoologist, Charles Branch Wilson. These leeches are ectoparasites, meaning they live on the exterior of their hosts. They are primarily found in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Calliobdella species are known to parasitize various marine fish, including cod, flounder, and hake.
Common Names
Calliobdella leeches do not have widely used common names. They are typically referred to by their scientific name.
Characteristics
Calliobdella leeches are characterized by their flattened, elongated bodies. They have a sucker at each end, with the anterior sucker surrounding the mouth. Their bodies are typically segmented, and they possess a pair of eyes. Like other leeches, they use their suckers to attach to their hosts and feed on their blood.
Environments
Calliobdella leeches are primarily found in marine environments, inhabiting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. They are typically found in coastal waters, often associated with their host fish.
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