pests

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"It's been successfully used on subterranean termites, which are also important structural pests," Choe said.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

Locals foresee that when summer comes, numbers of all pests are likely to rise, increasing the health hazards.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

In a recent survey, cited by UN agencies, rodents or pests were frequently visible in 80% of sites where displaced families are now living, affecting some 1.45 million people.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Participants also are frequently barred from bringing in outside food, to keep from attracting roaches, mice and other pests.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

They regarded the monkeys as pests and were happy to get rid of them, especially for money.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston