Orobdella


Orobdella is a genus of leeches. It is the only genus in the monotypic family Orobdellidae. They are large annelids, with the largest species exceeding in length, but some are much smaller: mature individuals of Orobdella koikei can measure only. They inhabit the banks of mountain streams and feed on earthworms. The majority of species are endemic to Japan; two species are known from Taiwan, one from Korea, and one from Russian Far East.

Species

Orobdella contains 21 species, including the following: