Silverfish

Natural Habitat

Dark, damp locations such as bathrooms, basements, kitchens, and attics near starch sources.

Diet & Feeding

Starchy substances like paper, book bindings, wallpaper paste, glue, and high-protein foods like dried meat.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and move with a characteristic fish-like swimming motion. They can live up to 8 years and undergo dozens of molts.

Risks & Benefits

They are a nuisance pest that can damage household belongings like books and photos, but they pose no direct health risk to humans.

Identified on: 1/11/2026