which group of viruses help in biological control?
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Explanation:
Insect viruses are obligate disease-causing organisms that can only reproduce within a host insect. They can provide safe, effective and sustainable control of a variety of insect pests, although they are most effective as part of a diverse integrated pest management program. Some viruses are produced as commercial products, most notably for fruit pests, but many others are naturally occurring and can initiate outbreaks without additional inputs. The most common and effective type of insect viruses are the baculoviruses, which as a group are known to infect over 600 insect species worldwide. Most baculoviruses infect caterpillars, which are the immature form of moths and butterflies. Insect viruses are potent population regulators of many caterpillar pests.