Hirudinidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Arhynchobdellida, class Clitellata. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
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Hirudo medicinalis Linnaeus, 1758
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Hirudo verbana Carena, 1820
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Hirudinidae animals belong to the Arhynchobdellida order in the Animalia kingdom. It has only recently been recognized as a separate species, distinct from the traditional European medicinal leech that bears the name H. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Hirudinidae is classified in the order Arhynchobdellida, class Clitellata, phylum Annelida. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
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