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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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