Orchard grass allergy in an African spur‐thighed tortoise (Centrochelys sulcata) confirmed via intradermal allergen testing and provocation testing

Abstract

The humoral immune system of reptiles is not well-studied. To the best of the authors' knowledge, this case report describes the first case of a type I allergic conjunctivitis associated with orchard grass in an African spurthighed tortoise (Centrochelys sulcata) supported by intradermal allergen testing and provocative testing. Further studies are needed to better characterize allergic reactions in reptiles.