What is the primary goal of Eradication in pest management?

The primary goal of eradication in pest management is to eliminate all members of a pest species from a defined area. This approach is typically employed when a pest is identified as particularly harmful or invasive, and the intention is to completely remove it to restore ecological balance and protect native species. Successful eradication ensures that the pest does not re-establish itself, thereby preventing further negative impacts on the environment, agriculture, or human health.

While controlling pest populations and reducing the effects of invasive species are important aspects of integrated pest management, they do not aim for complete removal of the species. Similarly, promoting biodiversity often focuses on enhancing the overall health of ecosystems rather than specifically targeting the complete elimination of a pest species. Hence, the primary goal of eradication is distinctly defined by the objective of full removal from a specific area.