About Lesson
Some terminologies
Insect: The word “insect” is derived from “insectum,” a Latin word that means “notched” or “from the segmented bodies.”
Pest: Any organism that causes economic damage is a pest i.e., any animal or plant causing harm or damage to man, his animals, his crops, or possessions even if just annoying. (Hill, 1987).
Management is the manipulation of pests to keep them below the economic injury level. It is a way to keep pests below the level where they can cause economic damage. Management does not mean eradicating pests. It means finding tactics that are effective, economical, and minimize environmental damage.
