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  • https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_and_General_Biology/Biology_(Kimball)/17%3A_Ecology/17.04%3A_Interactions_between_Species/17.4C%3A_Biological_Control_of_Pests
    This page discusses biological pest control, highlighting its use of natural predators for environmental safety and sustainability. It cites successful historical examples, such as the vedalia beetle ...This page discusses biological pest control, highlighting its use of natural predators for environmental safety and sustainability. It cites successful historical examples, such as the vedalia beetle and sterile male technique. Advances in genetic engineering and other methods like sex attractants and beneficial bacteria are noted as improvements. However, the importance of maintaining ecological balance to avoid unintended consequences is emphasized.

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