Himalayan leeches, found in the moist forests of the Himalayas during the monsoon, are small blood-feeding annelids that detect prey through vibrations and heat. They are known for causing painless, high-volume bleeding due to hirudin, although they do not transmit diseases to humans. In Sillerygao, West Bengal, India, on April 15, 2026, leeches were observed crawling up human legs to feed, occasionally being removed with twigs.
Editorial use only Contact your sales representative for commercial and promotional uses.License this clip
More footage filed by NurPhoto videographers.