You’re here because you want to know the answer to one interesting question.
Can leeches swim?
Yes, leeches can swim.
How fast can leeches swim?
about a foot every few seconds
How long can leeches swim?
While they are generally nocturnal creatures, during hot summer days, leeches are particularly attracted to water disturbances that create vibrations, such as animals swimming by or splashes created by people wading or swimming in the water.
Can leeches outswim a human?
No, leeches can probably not swim faster than a human. The average human swims about 2mph (maybe even a little faster if you’re in danger), which would likely be enough to outswim this animal.
