
Community identification
Silverfish
Likely *Ctenolepisma* species; the photo is not detailed enough for reliable species identification.
- Order & Family
- Zygentoma, Lepismatidae
- Size
- About 10–20 mm long, excluding antennae and tail bristles.
Natural Habitat
Dark, humid indoor places such as bathrooms, basements, and wall or floor gaps; some species also live outdoors.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on starchy and sugary materials, including paper, book bindings, glue, and crumbs.
Behavior Patterns
Fast-moving, wingless, and usually active at night; hides in cracks and sheds its skin throughout life.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to people and pets, but can damage paper, fabrics, and stored dry goods; poses no significant ecological benefit indoors.