About Bait Leeches

Leeches are not bloodsuckers 

Ribbon and Horse leeches will not suck your blood. They have a small suction cup which they use as a foot; this allows them to anchor themselves while feeding. Ribbon leeches feed primarily at night when they feed on mosquito larva and decaying organic matter and are rarely seen during the daytime. Because leeches can be easily transported and require little care, they have surpassed the night crawler as a premium walleye and bass bait.