Category: silverfish

  • What Attracts Silverfish and How To Prevent Them

    What Attracts Silverfish and How To Prevent Them

    What Attracts Silverfish and How to Prevent Them Spotting a few insects in your home is not uncommon, but if not careful this can grow into an infestation. Knowing what is attracting insects into your home is the first step to prevention.   Every pest is different and different aspects of your home would be…

  • Do Silverfish Bite?

    Do Silverfish Bite?

    Do Silverfish Bite or Cause Disease? The fear of insects usually stems from being afraid of getting bitten or contracting a disease. Knowing if an insect bites or not goes a long way to quell any concerns you may have about them.   Do Silverfish Bite Silverfish are not known for being dangerous to humans nor…

  • Silverfish Lifespan

    Silverfish Lifespan

    The Life Cycle of Silverfish Silverfish are little insects with metallic grey colored scales on their bodies. They pose no serious threat to humans but can do plenty of damage to your property. Learn about the life cycle of silverfish to get a better understanding of these creatures.     Silverfish belong to the order Zygentoma, and…

  • Types of Silverfish

    Types of Silverfish

    Types of Silverfish: How to Identify Them Silverfish are primitive insects who have existed on Earth even before cockroaches. Originating from the tropics, their adaptive nature has helped them adapt to various environments across the globe.     There are many types of silverfish, but all are omnivorous in nature and belong to the family Thysanura. They…

  • Why And How To Get Rid Of Silverfish

    Why And How To Get Rid Of Silverfish

    A Guide to Silverfish: Why and How to Get Rid of Silverfish If you’re worried over a silverfish infestation, take a deep breath. Silverfish are harmless to humans, so you don’t have to worry about any bites or transmitted diseases from these pests. However, you still should get rid of silverfish that are infesting your…