Can western banded gecko lizards give you salmonella?

[Josh487]

Can western banded gecko lizards give you salmonella?

[Jerry45]

3 hours ago, Josh487 said:

Can western banded gecko lizards give you salmonella?

Yes, western banded gecko lizards can give you salmonella, it's important to wash your hand thoroughly after you handle the western banded gecko lizard or any other lizard so you avoid salmonella poisoning.

Source: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/zoonoses/salmonella/amphibian_reptilian_questions_and_answers.htm#:~:text=Salmonella can spread by either,or aquariums where they live.