There are many types of turtles, some common ornamental turtles are more docile, such as the Brazilian turtle, grass turtle, rarely bite people, occasionally the finger is mistaken for food. There are some more aggressive turtles, such as snapping turtles, it will not only bite, bite force is not generally strong, and even bite off fingers. So be careful not to provoke them, and don't reach out when feeding them.
Usually, being bitten by a turtle can be divided into two situations. The first situation is that it bites by mistake when it is eating. This situation is generally relatively mild, and it will not bleed. Just wash your hands. The second is that it is angry and does not let go after biting, at this time it needs to be put into the water, or with a sharp object to prick its neck, which will also loosen. Don't shake it when you are bitten, or you will bite it more tightly and may even bleed. If you are bitten to bleed, you need to clean the wound with soapy water, wipe a little iodophor disinfection, and then use antibiotics to prevent bacterial infection, do not touch water in the near future.
Third, how to prevent being bitten
In general, turtles will not be bitten. When feeding, you can throw the food into the water. Don't get too close. Usually do not poke him with your finger, which will make him feel threatened, if the temper is more irritable, may bite up.
