Which of the following items is listed as an example of pests suitable for non-residual pesticides?

• A. Bed Bugs
• B. Termites
• C. Mosquitoes
• D. Ants

Answer: (A)

Non-residual pesticides are those that act quickly on contact and don’t leave a lasting residue in the environment. They’re useful for pests you can reach directly and where a persistent residue isn’t practical or safe in living spaces. Bed bugs hide in tight cracks and mattress seams, so control often relies on direct, fast-acting sprays or dusts that kill on contact rather than relying on a surface residue to be effective over time. Termites, mosquitoes, and ants typically need longer-lasting or preventive approaches—like soil barriers, bait systems, or outdoor residual sprays—to keep them from returning. So bed bugs fit the idea of pests treated with non-residual pesticides.