Some might feel a ticklish sensation just when they hear its name. Leech – fear not this tiny, blood-sucking creature as it is actually very beneficial to human. Now, leeches are commercially-bred and the revenue generated from this business is very encouraging as the demand for this blood sucking worm increases day by day. Basically, leech is used in health treatment. It is combined with coconut milk to produce a type of oil that can be used to repair damaged tissues and to strengthen muscles. A local from Kampung Parit Haji Talib breeds 4,000 leeches. Started in January 2008, he has generated a lucrative profit from his leech farm. According to him, it is easy to manage this business as it needs minimum supervision.