Is it true that turtles carry Salmonella?
Many animals, humans included, can carry Salmonella bacteria. Wild turtles can carry the disease and also suffer from it. Perhaps ten percent in most areas are carriers but this may be higher in very polluted waters. People should wash their hands thoroughly after touching any animal. Very small children (five years old or less) and the very old should not touch turtles. There are many diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans (the other way, too!) and careful washing with soap and water is the best protection.
