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Yellow bellied sliders carry many types of diseases.
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∙ 13y agoThis is a myth that started in about the 1930s. This was also on mythbusters. They do not and never did!
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Do turtles carry dieses?
some turtles carry salmonella
Do water turtles have Salmonella?
Do baby Water Turles carry salmonella?
Interesting information on salmonella?
salmonella can kill u. many animals can carry it i had turtles and my mom warned me about it.
Can you let baby turtles play in the tub with a child inside?
I wouldn't allow it. Turtles carry salmonella and that can make the baby sick.
Why is it illegal to sell turtles in certain states?
It's illegal because turtles can carry dangerous and fatal deceases like Salmonella.
Can humans get sick from a painted turtle bite?
As long as you wash your hands after being bit then you should be fine. Turtles carry salmonella depending on the age. The smaller the turtle the more salmonella it will have. Even when holding the turtles you want to wash your hands after.
How common is salmonella in turtles?
it isn't very common that they carry around salmonella. If you want to own a turtle, just make sure after you touch them that you wash ur hands with soap and water. I have turtles and i didn't get sick so im sure you will be fine.
Do tortoises carry salmonella?
They can carry salmonella, yes. This is much more common among the babies than the adults, though. Even if your turtle does carry salmonella, there's no reason you can't keep it. You just need to wash your hands after handling it. You should also wash your hands before touching it, too, as turtles can get sick from germs that humans carry.
Is it true that turtles can give you rabies?
No. Rabies is a disease of warm blooded animals. However, reptiles may carry an infection known as salmonella.
Is it safe if pet turtles are with cats?
No, the turtle can injure the cat (think biting through small bones). The cat can kill the turtle. Turtles also can carry salmonella. You can have both as pets, but you will have to keep them separated.
Do snakes carry diseases?
Yes - Reptiles, including turtles, lizards, and snakes, can carry germs that make people sick. Of greatest importance is salmonella. An estimated 70,000 people get salmonella from contact with reptiles in the United States each year.
Do wild painted turtles carry diseases?
Like many animals they carry a form of Salmonella (food poisoning).
