Practice mode Entomology

What term describes the rapid return of a pest population to damaging numbers?

Correct answer B. Pest resurgence

Explanation

Pest resurgence occurs when a pesticide kills the natural enemies along with the pest, so the surviving pests rebound quickly to levels higher than before treatment.

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