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How is a leeches body supported?
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Why did people think the leeches would be helpful?
Leeches suck blood and it was believed that leeches would actually suck the bad blood\diseased blood out of your body. Today leeches are used after reattachment of body parts, particularly fingers and toes. The leeches relieve the congestion of blood in the affected parts. The leeches also put a chemical into the blood in the area of the attachment that prevents blood from clotting.
What has the author Kenneth Henry Mann written?
Kenneth Henry Mann has written: 'Leeches (Hirudinea) their structure, physiology, ecology and embryology' -- subject(s): Leeches
Do leeches hunt alone?
Leeches do hunt alone, although a given body of water can contain lots of leeches, and many lone hunters might wind up on the same victim.
Which creatures are annelids?
Annelids are creatures belonging to the phylum Annelida, which includes segmented worms such as earthworms and leeches. Annelids are characterized by their cylindrical bodies divided into repeating segments and a simple body structure with a complete digestive system.
Is it true or false that earthworms and leeches are members of the same phylum?
Yes, it is true. Both Leeches and Earthworms have round bodies and are members of the phylum Annelida. The common name of this phyla is "roundworms". Their body structure is an important evolutionary link as they are the first group of animals with blood vessels. They are also the first segmented animals and have both circular and longitudinal muscles in their body cavity.
How do you remove leeches from the body?
Put salt on it! It's really effective
Are worms and leeches are annelids?
ough. tapeworms and annelid are worms, leeches are not in the worm family. Leeches and earthworms are annelid worms. The name comes from the "ring"-like body segments. Leeches may not look like worms but they definitely are. Tapeworms are members of the flatworms (phylum Platyhelminthes).
Do leeches lay eggs give birth?
Leeches attach to the skin - outside the body usually.
What medical purpose did leeches traditionally serve?
For centuries, leeches were a common tool of doctors, who believed that many diseases were the result of "imbalances" in the body that could be stabilized by releasing blood.
How do leeches find you?
They detect the body heat of an animal. When they sense the heat, they just stick on.
Leeches that suck blood or other body fluids from their hosts are considered to be what?
They are considered to be parasites
