Small Silverfish
Scientific Name: Ctenolepisma longicaudata
Order & Family: Zygentoma: Lepismatidae
Size: 10-20 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Indoors in dark, moist areas like basements, bathrooms, and kitchens
Diet & Feeding
Starchy substances, paper, book bindings, and household dust
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal, fast-moving, and avoids light; they undergo simple metamorphosis
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans but can damage books and wallpapers; household items; do not transmit diseases
Identified on: 2/20/2026