Silverfish
Scientific Name: Lepisma saccharinum
Order & Family: Zygentoma: Lepismatidae
Size: 12–19 mm (0.5–0.75 inches) in length
Natural Habitat
Moist, dark environments such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens, and attics
Diet & Feeding
Starchy substances, sugars, adhesives, paper, photos, and natural fibers like silk and cotton
Behavior Patterns
Night-active, fast-moving, and avoid light. They undergo primitive metamorphosis with nymphs looking like small adults.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans and pets but considered a pest due to their ability to damage books, wallpaper, and clothing.
Identified on: 3/3/2026