Silverfish

Natural Habitat

Moist, humid areas like bathrooms, basements, and attics. Found worldwide.

Diet & Feeding

Starchy substances, paper, book bindings, wallpaper paste, and natural fibers like silk and cotton.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and move with a characteristic fish-like swimming motion. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans as they do not bite or transmit disease, but are considered pests due to damage they cause to household paper goods and fabrics.

Identified on: 5/26/2026