Baby Silverfish

It is estimated that 25% of all houses in the lower mainland have silverfish and these nocturnal devils are hard to spot. Female silverfish lay their eggs in hidden places and they hatch in about 40 days, mature in three months and become fully development into adults within two years. Baby silverfish are about 2 mm long, white in color without scales, which develop after several months. Silverfish molt many times feeding on starchy and high-protein substances. The insects mature quicker and live longer in warm humid temperatures. Humidity control will help keep these insects out of homes.