Common name : Fishmoth
Scientific name : Lepisma saccharina
Family : Lepismatidae
Native to : Worldwide distribution
Interesting fact : Wingless, and silvery grey in colour, this bug is known as a silverfish because of its fish-like movements.
13-25 mm in length, the silverfish have tapering abdomens that give them a fish-like appearance. Its diet is comprised of starchy foods that are high in carbohydrates and proteins, which can be found in book bindings, carpets, coffee, clothing, glue, hair, paper, sugar, plaster, etc. A female can lay 60 eggs at a time in small crevices.
