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Giant Tiger Land Leech — printable fact sheet
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Giant Tiger Land Leech
Haemadipsa picta
The Giant Tiger Land Leech is a large terrestrial leech species notable for its striking striped coloration, resembling a tiger’s pattern. Native to the forests of Southeast Asia, especially in Malaysia and surrounding regions, it is an active predator, moving across the forest …
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- Despite their dramatic appearance and size, Giant Tiger Land Leeches can go several months between blood meals by storing nutrients efficiently.
- The Giant Tiger Land Leech can detect vibrations and chemical cues to locate its hosts. Its bold orange and black stripes serve as camouflage among the leaf litter and forest floor. Unlike many other leeches, it does not rely on water to survive and is a swift crawler.
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