Desserobdella [Desserobdella]

Description

Members of Desserobdella are characterized by their small size and preference for freshwater environments. These leeches are ectoparasites of freshwater fishes, from which they suck blood. They have a simple life cycle and are often used in ecological studies as indicators of water quality.

Species

Desserobdella phalera [Desserobdella phalera]

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Desserobdella picta [Desserobdella picta]

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Desserobdella octocirrata [Desserobdella octocirrata]

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Desserobdella australiensis [Desserobdella australiensis]

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Taxonomy