Are aquatic turtles a Reptile or Amphibian? and can they have salmonella or pass it to humans?
2006-11-13 09:43:42 · 8 answers · asked by imcool_likeyou 2 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
just wondering because i had a heart transplant, and the dr. told me no animals that could carry salmonella. so thank you.
2006-11-14 10:23:00 · update #1
They are reptiles and, yes, they do have salmonella and can pass it to humans. The salmonella concern is so great that the federal government banned the sale of baby turtles as pets in the 1970s. Of course, if you do see baby turtles for sale (and you WILL see them at reptile shows), the vendors will probably tell you they are being sold for "scientific" or "research" purposes.
2006-11-13 09:55:01 · answer #1 · answered by bucktheiguana 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All turtles are reptiles- they have to breathe air and their eggs are always laid on land.
Salmonella can affect any thing or animal that is in intimate contact with feces or wastes. Aquatic turtles do tend to carry it, especially if the tank is not kept very clean.
On the other hand, cold hard-boiled eggs, coins, paper money, cold chicken, and so forth carry it all the time as well. Salmonella is a mild food poisoning that we often call 'stomach flu' or 'the 24 hour bug'- symptoms are usually a short run of diarrhea and/or vomiting for 24 hours or so. (Note- colds and flus rarely produce diarrhea and generally last over a week.)
2006-11-14 08:22:08 · answer #2 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they are reptiles. they do (in some cases) have salmonella,that can be passed to humans. i have 3 yellow bellie slider turtles, in their tank i have a salmonella control tablet (which i bought at walmart for $3) if your still worried wash your hands before and after you hold them and dont let them near your face
2006-11-13 11:46:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are Reptile, and yes they can spread Salmonella to Humans
2006-11-13 10:15:05 · answer #4 · answered by blu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
turtles, aquatic or not are still reptiles. salmonella is possible with any reptiles, the trick is to clean cage regullarly and change water often. pet shops offer reptile friendly disinfectants. never use common household cleaners.
2006-11-13 10:17:16 · answer #5 · answered by the shug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pores and skin laying off is regularly occurring, see you later because it isn't in extra. in the journey that your turtle is laying off too much pores and skin, it can propose one in all 2 issues: both the water is only too warmth (could be kept between seventy 8-80 2 tiers, i have self assurance), or your turtle is being fed too a lot protein. attempt feeding him extra vegetables alongside with collard vegetables, sweet potato and carrots. reliable good fortune!
2016-11-23 20:07:04 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reptile and yes they can. Wash your hands after handling them.
2006-11-13 15:10:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are reptiles and can pass on samonella
2006-11-13 12:40:33 · answer #8 · answered by nicpiperloe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋