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Silverfish

(Lepisma saccharina)

silverfish

Appearance

Silvery or grey in colour.
Tapered abdomen with 3 long, bristle-like appendages.
Wingless, with 2 slender antennae.
Teardrop-shaped and measured up to 10 – 12 mm in length.

Lifecycle

Silverfish reproduction habits vary by species – some species laying a few eggs a day and others laying clusters of 2 – 20 eggs on a daily basis.

Habits

Silverfish eggs are commonly hidden in tiny cracks or crevices, making them extremely difficult to locate.
Silverfish prefer warm, humid places such as bathrooms and kitchens and are especially attracted to paper and damp clothing.
Feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches.

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