Which statement about biological controls is false?

• A. You can use bios along with regular pesticides
• B. USA has restricted entry of bio controls
• C. Not all pests have a bio related solution
• D. Often used for non-native pests

Answer: (D)

Biological controls rely on living organisms, such as beneficial predators, parasitoids, or microbial agents, to suppress pest populations and are often part of an integrated pest management approach. They can be used alongside regular pesticides, but compatibility matters because some pesticides can harm the beneficial organisms. In the United States, the introduction and release of biological control agents are subject to regulatory scrutiny, which can limit or delay their use. Not all pests have an available biological control option, so relying on biocontrol is not always possible.

The statement about biological controls being often used for non-native pests is not typically accurate in everyday practice. While classical biocontrol aims at non-native or invasive pests, such approaches are specialized, time-consuming, and tightly regulated, and they’re not used routinely in general pest management.