What type of pest is always present and requires regular control?

The correct answer is continuous. A continuous pest refers to a type of pest that remains present throughout the year and typically requires ongoing management and control strategies to minimize their impact. These pests can establish permanent populations in certain areas, which makes them a constant concern for pest control professionals.

Unlike sporadic pests, which appear at irregular intervals and only require intervention during specific times, and potential pests, which may become problematic under certain conditions but are not necessarily present all the time, continuous pests require proactive measures to ensure that their populations do not grow to damaging levels.

Cyclical pests can have populations that fluctuate based on seasonal changes but do not necessarily require constant management since their presence is periodic rather than persistent. This distinction makes understanding and identifying continuous pests crucial for effective vector control in Ohio and beyond.