Silverfish, also called fishmoth, is a small, wingless insect. Its common name derives from the animal’s silvery light grey and blue color, combined with the fish-like appearance of its movements, while the scientific name (Lepisma saccharina) indicates the silverfish’s diet of carbohydrates such as sugar or starches.
Silverfish Facts
- Measure 1/2 to 3/4 inches in length.
- They and can survive long periods of time, sometimes over a year, without food
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