Maine biting fly & tick exam prep -
controls 2023 questions and answers
Pesticides to control ticks are also known as? Ans- Acaricides
At what time of year Yields the best control of the nymph stage? Ans- May or early
June
If populations are high when should a repeat application be done? Ans- Apply again in
October to control the adult ticks
Define eco-tone Ans- Area where lawn meets woodland edges
For control of American dog tick's treat anytime after the adults emerge in the spring,
late April. True or false Ans- True
A single application of most acaricides will provide 85-90% or better control. True or
false Ans- True
To control ticks, repeat applications are always necessary. True or false Ans- False
Pesticides to control ticks are the most effective way to reduce tick populations,
particularly if combined with landscaping methods that decrease habitat. True or false
Ans- True
When applying a liquid formulations, use sufficient spray volume and pressure for
thorough coverage and penetration of the vegetation and leaf litter. True or false Ans-
True
True or false. The following areas are tick habitat and should be the focus of spray.
Area where lawn meets the woods, Stonewalls, or ornamental plantings. Ans- True
True or false. The perimeter of yards in areas that are often used by people, (Play
areas, storage areas, walkways, mailboxes) should be a focus of control. Ans- True
True or false. Spraying for ticks at parks and school athletic fields with open fields and
large lawns isn't necessary. Ans- True
Acaricides are not toxic to fish. True or false Ans- False
Acaricides are toxic to bees and other beneficial insects. True false Ans- True
For tick control indoors the following can be done.
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