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Are leeches a predator?
I would be more willing to say that leeches are parasites, not predators.
What eats leeches?
Fish!Fish love worms and leeches are essentially blood sucking worms...fish
Are leeches deposit feeder?
No, leeches are parasites.
What phylum are leeches classified in?
Leeches are segmented worms, which places them in the phylum Annelida.
Does Vermont have leeches?
Yes, Vermont has leeches in the lakes and many of the ponds located there.
Are leeches a predator?
I would be more willing to say that leeches are parasites, not predators.
Do leeches have natural predators?
Yep. The Asians.
What is the relationship between crabs and leeches in their natural habitat?
Crabs and leeches have a parasitic relationship in their natural habitat. Leeches attach themselves to crabs and feed on their blood, which can weaken the crab and make it more vulnerable to predators.
What eats leeches?
Fish!Fish love worms and leeches are essentially blood sucking worms...fish
Are there leeches in Michigan?
Yes, there are leeches in Michigan. They can be found in freshwater lakes, rivers, and wetlands throughout the state. While leeches are generally harmless to humans, they are an important part of the aquatic ecosystem, serving as both predators and prey. If you plan to swim or wade in freshwater areas, it's good to be aware of their presence.
What do leeches eat in the wild?
Most leeches will eat an entire earthworm whole! But they ALL have a passion for blood. I'm not recommending it, but you can take your pet leech and let him leech of you, your dog/cat/hamster/whatever for about 20 minutes until he/she gets full. They only consume a few cc's of blood, but you have to be careful as they may be carrying diseases...
Do leeches have arms?
No, leeches are limbless.
Are leeches deposit feeder?
No, leeches are parasites.
What is a leeche?
A leech is an annelid or segmented worm related to earthworms. Most are aquatic although there are land leeches in the tropics. Some leeches are blood sucking parasites but others are predators.
Where are leeches?
Leeches are annelids comprising the subclass Hirudinea. There are fresh water, terrestrial, and marine leeches.
How do leeches help an ecosystem?
Leeches help to control prey populations by consuming insects, worms, and other invertebrates. They also provide a food source for predators such as fish, birds, and amphibians. Additionally, leeches help to decompose organic matter, contributing to nutrient recycling in the ecosystem.
What is the Difference between leeches and polychaetes?
leeches are sthnakes.
