Silverfish Pest Control

 Silver Fish

Silverfish are small, ½ to 1 inch long silver to grey color soft body insects without wings. Silverfish are not often seen by homeowners because they are nocturnal and can run very swiftly. Silver-fish are found in basements, kitchens, sinks, in bookcases, on closet shelves, behind baseboards, wallpaper, window or door frames, wall voids, and sub-floor areas. Occasionally, they are found in bathtubs. They crawl in seeking food or moisture and can't climb out. These insects feed on almost anything. A partial list includes dried beef, flour, starch, paper, gum, glue, linen, sugar, molds and breakfast cereals.

Adults lay eggs in small groups containing a few to 50 eggs. The eggs are very small and deposited in cracks and crevices. A female normally lays less than 100 eggs during her lifespan of two to eight years. Under ideal conditions, the eggs hatch in two weeks, but may take up to two months to hatch. Silver fish prefer a dark moist (75 to 97% humidity), like bathrooms and moderate temperatures (20-28c). Silverfish can be a problem year round. Contact us for more information and professional management options.

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