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Silverfish |
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Lepisma saccharina, frequently called silverfish, are wingless insects. Their common name derives from their silvery light grey and blue color. They have long antennae and move in a wiggling motion that resembles a fish.
Silverfish are nocturnal, elongate, and flattened insects typically between 1/2 and 1 inch in length. Their abdomen tapers at the end, giving them a fish-like appearance. They are born whitish, but develop a grayish hue and metallic shine as they get older. They have three long cerci at the tips of their abdomens, one parallel to their body, one facing left, and one facing right. They also have two small compound eyes. Silverfish typically live for two to eight years.
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| Distribution: |
Silverfish are a cosmopolitan species, found throughout North America, Europe, Australia, Japan, Asia, and other parts of the Pacific. They inhabit moist areas, requiring a relative humidity between 75% and 95%. They are usually found in basements, bathrooms, garages, and closets. |
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