role of owls in biological control of pests
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The diet of owls is dominated by agricultural pests. Thirteen rodent species form a major part of their food, out of which seven are identified as major agricultural pests. About 88% of the total rodents (Pests) present in agricultural field can be eaten by owls.
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Biological control of pests using owls:
In biological control, living organisms are used to control pests rather than the conventional use of chemical pesticides. These organisms are used in control of pests because they feed on most agricultural pests.
Owls: they will prey on most of the rodents that feed on crops on the agricultural field.
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In biological control, living organisms are used to control pests rather than the conventional use of chemical pesticides. These organisms are used in control of pests because they feed on most agricultural pests.
Owls: they will prey on most of the rodents that feed on crops on the agricultural field.
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