Amphibians and Fish Flashcards
___ is the unique amphibian species that remains in a tadpole-like appearance for its adult life.
Axolotls, related to newts and salamanders.
Biomedical research facilities often keep ___ in addition to salmon, trout and catfish.
zebrafish
If a facility is using a continuous water flow system for the tanks containing Xenopus sp., which of the following must be considered?
The flow rate should provide for a twice daily water change in each tank
What is the ideal ambient water temperature for goldfish or koi?
65-68° F
Most fish that are kept as pets or used in biomedical research should be kept in water with an ambient temperature of?
76-78° F
All amphibians can be maintained or housed in a plastic or glass aquarium. Why is this the recommended type of housing?
Smooth sides to prevent damage to skin
A researcher is planning on developing a biomedical research protocol to study muscular dystrophy. Which species of fish should be considered as an animal model?
Japanese puffer fish
A scientist is planning on studying the uptake of copper in humans. Which species of fish would be a good animal to begin the research?
White perch
Which fish species has been used to research advances in type 1 diabetes?
Carp
What is the main disadvantage of using wild caught fish or amphibians in research?
Wild caught can harbor a number of potential human pathogens
Which species is unique in that it retains a tadpole-like appearance throughout its adult life?
Axolotls
When housing aquatic species such as Xenopus, the tanks must be:
cleaned several times a week using a soft brush.
3 Amphibians
- Anurans
- Caudata
- Apoda
Anurans
Frogs and toads
Caudata
newts and salamanders
