What type of control would involve using good bugs against bad bugs?

The concept of using good bugs to combat bad bugs falls under biological controls. Biological control involves the use of natural enemies, such as predators, parasitoids, or pathogens, to suppress pest populations. This method leverages the natural ecological relationships found in the environment, where beneficial organisms help manage harmful pests without the need for chemical pesticides.

For instance, introducing ladybugs to control aphid populations is a practical example of biological control. By harnessing these natural interactions, biological controls can promote a balanced ecosystem and reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals, making them a sustainable approach to pest management.

In contrast, cultural controls refer to practices that change the environment to make it less conducive to pests, mechanical controls relate to physical methods such as traps and barriers, and genetic controls involve altering the genetic composition of pest populations or crops to enhance resistance. While these methods can also be effective, they do not specifically involve the use of beneficial organisms to combat pests directly as biological controls do.