Do red eared sliders have salmonela?

Guitarheroace231 ∙

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∙ 16y ago

Updated: 8/17/2019

Yes. They produce salmonella to digest their food. It is important that children don't handle small turtles and put them in their mouth. That is why it is illegal to sell them under 4 inches in size. Just be sure to wash your hands after contact with the turtle.

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