What type of control do piscicides provide?

Piscicides are substances specifically designed to kill or control fish populations in aquatic environments. They are often used in management practices to eliminate invasive fish species, manage fish populations, and restore aquatic ecosystems. For instance, when a lake or river has an overpopulation of a particular fish species that disrupts the ecological balance, piscicides can be applied to help reduce their numbers effectively.

The focus of piscicides is on their effectiveness against fish, making it a targeted approach rather than a general line of pest management applicable to insects, plants, or mammals. Thus, they provide a means to specifically control fish populations, affirming that control categorized as fish control aligns directly with the purpose and application of piscicides.