Leeches: Specialists or Generalists?

This chapter explores the evolutionary traits of leeches, focusing on their specialization for specific hosts and adaptive feeding strategies. It shares humorous anecdotes about collecting leeches in the wild, revealing personal experiences with their feeding behaviors and challenges faced while avoiding bites. The discussion also sheds light on the scientific practices involved in studying leeches, including their care in laboratory settings and the complexities of their evolutionary background.