An insect trap is being shown by U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christopher Cauldwell, 633d
Civil Engineer Squadron pest management journeyman, at Joint Base Langley Eustis, Dec. 4,
2023. Insect traps often utilize pheromones, chemical signals emitted by insects, to attract and
capture specific pests, providing a targeted and eco-friendly approach to pest management. (U.S.
Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Skylar Ellis)
As you sit at your desk, typing on your keyboard, the familiar sound of keys clicking fills
the air. With each tap, you immerse yourself further into your work.
Suddenly, a sharp gasp pierces the air, followed by an unmistakable scream that shatters
the peace of the office. Startled, you swivel in your chair to see a colleague standing nearby, their
eyes wide with alarm, pointing urgently at something on the floor. You follow their gaze and
catch sight of a tiny creature darting past. A mouse, its movements quick and purposeful. Panic
continues until pest management bursts in, every move watched anxiously. With a collective
exhale, the office settles, relying on the experts to handle the unexpected visitor.
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