How to store the leeches and how to take care of them
We receive many requests about how to care of leeches.
Take a glass jar, fill it to 2/3 by non-chlorinated water, cover by fabric with a good rubber (leeches can crawl out without it - the smallest hole is enough for them).
Keep in mind leeches must breathe (they can breathe through fabric but not through
a plastic cover)
Change the water every 3-6 days (depends on quantity of leeches in a jar)
Frequently Asked Question
How can I get rid of the chlorine taste and smell in my drinking water ?
It can be as simple as letting a jug of water sit open to the air for a period of time giving the chlorine in the water time leave the water. Other possible solution could be to install a faucet-mounted filter.
How often I need to change water for leeches?
Every 3-6 days, depends on quantity of leeches in a jar
How to change water for leeches?
Cover the jar opening by gauze and dump the old water. The gauze will absorb the grease from the jar (pieces of the old leech skin, etc.) Then pour some fresh water in the jar.
How many leeches I can keep in a jar?
Up to 50 leeches per gallon (4 liters)
What temperature is ideal for the leeches?
Any temperature in range 40-80 F (5-27 C)
How long can I keep the leeches in the thermos that you sent them in?
Don't keep leeches in a thermos. The thermos is too small and we use it for the transportation purposes only.
Do I need to feed leeches?
Leeches can live up to one year without food and so you don't need to feed them.
How fast does a leech become hungry and ready to suck again?
In 50-70 days. Please remember, hospitals and clinics use the leeches only once and then must dispose them.
What is leeches lifespan?
Up to 10 years
The information is correct for the leeches that we supply - Hirudo Medicinalis Medicinalis and Hirudo Medicinalis Officinalis. If you buy the leeches somewhere else you must ask your supplier how to take care of them
