Turtles are not toxic, but after being bitten by a turtle, the wound must be cleaned promptly and iodophor can be used for disinfection. Turtle bites can easily cause bacterial infection, lead to wound suppuration or other diseases. It is best to go to the clinic promptly after being bitten. Or the hospital for wound treatment, medication treatment is safer and more secure.

How to avoid being bitten by a turtle

1. Do not tease the turtle with your hands. After being bitten by a turtle, you can touch the turtle's nose, eyes and other sensitive parts with something. , the turtle will let go after being frightened.

2. Don’t put your hands near it when feeding it.

3. It is best not for strangers to touch turtles.