Exotic Incident #210
Incident Date:
11/13/1998
Location:
Gainesville, FL - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human death (HD)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Iguana
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A previously healthy 5-month-old boy died from contracting Salmonella from the family’s “pet” iguana.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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