What is the goal of habitat modification in pest control?

Habitat modification in pest control focuses on limiting the available resources for pests, which is essential for effectively managing pest populations. By altering the environment, such as changing the structure of the habitat or the availability of food, water, and shelter, it becomes more difficult for pests to thrive and reproduce. This strategy may involve practices like removing debris where pests can live, changing irrigation practices to reduce moisture that attracts pests, or modifying planting techniques to make crops less appealing or accessible to them.

The other choices do not align with the goal of habitat modification. Creating more pest habitats would counteract pest management efforts, while planting more diverse crops can sometimes be part of an integrated pest management approach, but diversity in itself does not directly translate to limiting resources for pests. Enhancing the survival of pests runs contrary to the aim of pest control, which is to reduce pest populations and their impact on crops or the environment.