
Community identification
Silverfish
Lepisma saccharina
- Order & Family
- Order Zygentoma, Family Lepismatidae
- Size
- 12 to 19 millimeters in length
Natural Habitat
Dark, damp, and humid indoor areas such as bathrooms, basements, and kitchens.
Diet & Feeding
Carbohydrates and proteins, including starches, sugar, paper, glue, and synthetic fabrics.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and swift-running insects that avoid light and thrive in high humidity. They undergo ametabolous development, molting throughout their lifespan.
Risks & Benefits
They do not bite or transmit diseases, but they can damage books, wallpaper, clothing, and stored food items.