Physical Control

Pronunciation
/ˈfɪzɪkəl kənˈtroʊl/
Category
Pest Management
Plural
Physical Controls

Definition

Methods of pest control that involve physical barriers or manipulations to prevent or reduce pest infestations.

Etymology

From Greek 'physikos', meaning 'natural', and 'control' from Latin 'controllare', meaning 'to regulate'.

Example

Physical control methods include using screens on windows to prevent mosquitoes from entering a home.

Related Terms

  • Barriers
  • Exclusion
  • Manipulation