Silverfish

Damp, dark, and cool environments such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens, and attics. Often found under sinks, in boxes, or behind wallpaper.

Strictly carbohydrate-based materials including starches and dextrin. They eat book bindings, paper, photos, sugar, hair, dandruff, and certain synthetic fabrics.

Nocturnal and extremely fast runners. They move with a shimmering, fish-like motion. They have a long lifespan (up to 8 years) and undergo ametabolous metamorphosis (nymphs look like small adults).

They do not bite humans or transmit disease, but are considered household pests. Risks include damage to property (books, clothing, wallpaper). They are a food source for spiders and centipedes.