What term describes a rapid surge in the population of a specific species within a brief timeframe?

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Published
28 Mar 2019
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

A sudden and significant increase in the number of pests over a short period is referred to as a pest outbreak. Other terms like IPM (Integrated Pest Management) and IPC (Insect Population Control) relate to pest management strategies, while pest resurgence indicates a gradual return of pest populations.

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