Layering won’t keep you safe either
If you’re squeamish, leeches may not be the best example of suctioning. They are creatures that climb onto your skin and suck out your blood–not a pleasant thought. Even though we know there are some benefits to leeches, most people would rather avoid them if possible.
This stomach-turning photo depicts a group of leeches congregating to feast on blood. The thought of these slimy creatures crawling all over us makes our skin crawl. And as if that’s not bad enough, they can apparently even suck blood through clothing! We’ll definitely be avoiding any ponds or marshes from now on.