A federal law bans the sale of pet turtles smaller than 4 in diameter, as they've been linked to salmonella outbreaks in the past.
Tiny Turtles Responsible For Salmonella Outbreak, Says CDC
Salmonella outbreak affecting 11 states linked to pet turtles: CDC
Twenty-six sickened in 11 states in salmonella outbreak linked to small turtles: CDC
CDC warns not to 'kiss or cuddle your turtle' as salmonella outbreak spreads to 11 states - ABC News
CDC warns not to 'kiss or cuddle your turtle' as salmonella outbreak spreads to 11 states - ABC News
Why The Toxin Trouble With Tiny Turtles Continues
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A salmonella outbreak is being linked to pet turtles : NPR
CDC investigating after 15 people sickened by salmonella from small pet turtles, News