Enzyme hirudin is present in the saliva of

Leech

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Solution

The correct option is A Leech
Hirudin is a naturally occurring peptide found in the salivary glands of medicinal leeches (such as, Hirudo medicinalis), which has a blood anticoagulant property. Hence, option A is correct.

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