Can you catch salmonella from reptiles?

It’s long been believed that all reptiles carry salmonella.
However, an increasing body of evidence suggests salmonella isn’t as prevalent as previously thought. Veterinarian and pathology laboratory tests reveal that few reptiles present with salmonella infections.
We spoke to keepers attending a UK reptile show and we didn’t find anyone who had caught salmonella from reptiles.
Of course, catching salmonella from reptiles is possible, so good hygiene is always recommended. But it appears the risk of catching it from your companion reptile is highly unlikely.
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[@TigerMa75]

Exactly, everyone should be washing hands after handling any animal, aquatic creatures or reptile. Absolute common sense.

[@scottpelhamsr9500]

Never. Not in 38 years of reptile keeping 🐍

[@ResponsibleReptileKeeping]

Your experience speaks volumes - thanks for sharing! 🧡

[@toeachitsown2050]

Nope!! Never!