Do tortoises give you salmonella

Answer 1

Yes.

All reptiles as well as birds have the potential to carry the salmonella bacteria. That does not mean that they all do, but it is always suggested that you wash your hands thoroughly after handling one.

Answer 2

90% of all reptiles do, but it is easily avoided by practicing good hygene. Always wash your hands after contact with their habitat or the tortoise itself.

Answer 3

90% of all reptiles do, but it is easily avoided by practicing good hygene. Always wash your hands after contact with their habitat or the tortoise itself.

Answer 4

Yes but if it has grown up in captivity for its whole life it probably doesn't have it unless it has come in contact with wild turtles

Answer 5

Yes. Most reptiles carry salmonella.