What are the two primary methods of wildlife control?

• A. Eliminating the food source and modifying the habitat
• B. Deploying sterilized feed and using noise deterrents
• C. Relocation and vaccination
• D. Surveillance and reporting

Answer: (A)

Reducing attractants and altering the environment are the two primary ways to control wildlife. By removing readily available food and making the area less inviting or accessible, you address why animals come in the first place, which lowers the chance of problems recurring. For example, secure trash and pet food, promptly clean spills, and use wildlife-proof containers to eliminate food sources. Habitat modification includes sealing entry points, trimming vegetation away from buildings, removing debris or dense cover, and eliminating standing water to reduce shelter and foraging opportunities. Other methods like sterilized feed, noise deterrents, relocation, or vaccination may be used in some contexts but don’t address the root causes as effectively as the main approach. Surveillance and reporting help monitor issues but don’t by themselves prevent them.