1. Silverfish Can Reproduce Quickly
One interesting fact about silverfish is that they perform love dances before mating. After the love dance, the male silverfish lays spermatophores, which the female takes up into the ovipositor. While egg numbers and mating habits vary from species to species, silverfish often reproduce quickly, even laying clusters of up to 20 eggs a day.
2. Silverfish Often Come From the Soil Outside Your Home
Silverfish don’t arrive in your house from nowhere—they typically originate from the oil around your home. When conditions outside are dry, silverfish head indoors in search of a more humid environment, entering your home through cracks and gaps in your foundation and walls.
Very wet weather can drive silverfish indoors, too. When the water table rises, silverfish enter your home to avoid drowning. If you’re experiencing a major silverfish infestation, it’s a good indication you have water damage somewhere in your home.
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3. Silverfish Can Be Found Throughout Your Home
Silverfish are resilient pests. While they’re able to survive in most climates, they prefer to live in damp, dark areas like basements and attics, as well as dark corners in kitchens and bathrooms. They’re attracted to paper and damp clothing, so look out for silverfish in your laundry room, too.
4. Silverfish Can Eat Family Heirlooms
Silverfish have a unique diet compared to most pests, and they love to snack on family heirlooms like old photos, papers, and books. They’ll also eat through fabrics like carpet, clothing, curtains, and more. In the kitchen, they’ll snack on starchy foods in your pantry. In short, silverfish will eat just about anything, and even if you manage to starve them, they can survive many months without eating anything at all. That’s why it’s so important to get an infestation under control as quickly as possible.
5. Silverfish Infestations Can Be Prevented
If you don’t have silverfish slithering around in your home, there are ways to make sure these nuisance pests stay out. Start by sealing up the outside of your home, making sure there are no cracks or holes in your foundation or walls. Ensure all screens and door sweeps are in good condition and keep the perimeter around your home clean and dry.
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The Eco-Friendly Way to Deal With Silverfish
If you’re already dealing with a silverfish infestation, you need to call a reputable pest control company right away. At Evergreen Lawn and Pest Control – Apopka, we take an eco-friendly approach to silverfish control and any other household pests that may be plaguing you. Take the first step toward a pest-free home by calling us today at (407) 880-6655 to schedule your free consultation.
