They are vertebrates, so yes.

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From: Research Administration List [mailto:xxxxxx@lists.healthresearch.org] On Behalf Of Christine Hempowicz
Sent: Friday, September 07, 2012 10:36 AM
To: xxxxxx@lists.healthresearch.org
Subject: [RESADM-L] Question about use of tadpoles in research

Dear Listserv Members:

Could anyone tell me if tadpoles are covered by the Animal Welfare Act or any regulations regarding the use of animals in research? I can't remember.
Our institution does not have an IACUC and one faculty member is asking.

Thank you!

Christine Hempowicz

Christine Hempowicz, Ed.D., CRA
Director, Office of Sponsored Research and Programs University of Bridgeport Wahlstrom Library, Room 716 xxxxxx@bridgeport.edu
(203) 576-4973

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