Reptile Salmonella Warning

Salmonella is a bacteria that is sometimes present in Reptiles. From what I've read so far though, the most common occurance is with Iguanas. Still, if you own any reptile, it's best to take precautions. Most people have heard that chickens in the United States have a high occurance of Salmonella. To cure the chickens, you are supposed to cook them good. Well, I'm sure you don't want to cook your turtles, but it is wise to wash your hands after handling them or fooling around with their living quarters. Kids especially should be taught to wash their hand after fooling around with their turtles. Kids hands have a high probably of ending up in their mouths, so teach them well. In the meantime...

Wash Your Hands After Handling Turtles


For more information on Reptile associated Salmonella, read the article below, especially the 'Editorial Note'   (hotlink valid as of:   01-28-98)
Center for Disease Control Article on Salmonella

Here is another good article on Reptile associated Salmonella
Courtesy Colorado Herpetological Society

This page Edited/Updated:   04-01-98   8:30 PM
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