Silverfish

Natural Habitat

Moist, dark environments such as basements, attics, kitchens, and bathrooms; often found near paper and adhesive materials.

Diet & Feeding

Starch and polysaccharides, including book bindings, wallpaper paste, cereal, clothing, and dead insects.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and extremely fast runners; they exhibit a fish-like movement and are known for their ability to survive for long periods without food.

Risks & Benefits

They do not bite humans or spread disease, but can cause property damage by eating through paper, photographs, and natural fabrics. They serve as a food source for spiders and centipedes.

Identified on: 3/5/2026