California Field Rep Study Guide Questions and Correct Answers

Scorpions are capable of surviving a total of _____ without food and water. Ans Up to 1 year What is the most problematic invertebrate pest in North America? Ans Imported Fire Ant Which of the following pests is 1/2 inch long, has numerous dark patches, mottled grey appearance and are found in bakeries? Ans The firebrat An ant with 2 nodes includes the ______ ant. Ans Harvester Baits should only be used for which of the following species? Ans Pharaoh Ant If wind conditions are causing pesticide drift, which of the following methods could be used to treat imported fire ants around the outside foundations of a residence? Ans Treat mounds using the rod method During which of the following times of the day should a yellow jacket infestation be treated? Ans Dusk to Dawn - this is appropriate for most stinging insects. A consumer is complaining of a continuing infestation of paper wasps under the eves of the home. Which of the following treatments will effectively control the paper wasp colony? Ans Chemically treat the paper wasp, then