Term

What is a Pest?

Definition

any animal/insect in wrong place at wrong time whose presence is detrimental to man or his activities

Term

human behaviours that increasingly expose us to pests

Definition

Urban sprawl, waste disposal, international travel, climate change

Term

opportunities for pests to colonise built-up areas

Definition

Wall-to-wall carpets, cavity wall insulation, affordable warmth, urban green spaces, walks in the country, composting & feeding birds