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Silverfish are small, soft insects without wings. The abdomen has
three filaments extending from it. Silverfish are not often seen by
homeowners because they are nocturnal and can run very swiftly.
Occasionally, they are found in bathtubs. They crawl in seeking food
or moisture and can't climb out. These insects prefer vegetable matter
with a high carbohydrate and protein content. However, indoors they
will feed on almost anything. A partial list includes dried beef,
flour, starch, paper, gum, glue, cotton, linen, rayon, silk, sugar,
molds and breakfast cereals
Advice for Silverfish:
Residual insecticides
(use an aerosol) will help to control these pests. Removing old
papers, boxes, books, and clothes from the attic to basement will help
remove food and hiding places
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