Which statement about animals that can carry Salmonella is true?

Which statement about animals that can carry Salmonella is true?

• A. Only dogs carry Salmonella
• B. Lizards, snakes, frogs can carry Salmonella
• C. Salmonella is not found in animals
• D. Fish carry Salmonella only if raw

Answer: (B)

Salmonella is a bacteria that can live in the intestines of many animals, not just dogs. Reptiles like lizards and snakes, and even amphibians such as frogs, can carry Salmonella and shed it in their feces. Handling these animals or their environments can transfer the bacteria to people, so washing hands after contact is important. Fish can also carry Salmonella, especially when the fish is raw or undercooked, but the key point is that a variety of animals can harbor Salmonella, not just one species.

Salmonella is a bacteria that can live in the intestines of many animals, not just dogs. Reptiles like lizards and snakes, and even amphibians such as frogs, can carry Salmonella and shed it in their feces. Handling these animals or their environments can transfer the bacteria to people, so washing hands after contact is important. Fish can also carry Salmonella, especially when the fish is raw or undercooked, but the key point is that a variety of animals can harbor Salmonella, not just one species.