Exotic Incident #137
Incident Date:
04/27/1997
Location:
, MA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Animal health issue (RX)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Iguana
Animal disposition:
Summary:
An 8-year-old boy contracted Salmonella from his “pet” iguanas. The boy developed severe vomiting, abdominal cramps, bloody diarrhea, and headaches.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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