Silverfish

Silverfish

Scientific name: Lepisma Saccharina

Average size:  0.5-1inch

Commonly found: In dark moist places, garages, sheds

Diet: Carbohydrates such as sugars and starches

General characteristics and facts:

• They are nocturnal
• They are quick movers as well as reproducers
• They can be white, brownish-grey, or even bluish-silver
• They have an aversion to cinnamon
• Not known to bite or carry disease