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This species has
worldwide distribution, and is often found in association with
human habitation.
Frequently seen foraging at night
in kitchens and pantries where they may become trapped in sinks
and receptacles due to their inability to climb smooth or polished
surfaces.
During the day, they hide behind
Wallpaper, skirting boards and beneath loose floor coverings |
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Class: |
Insecta |
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Order: |
Thysanura |
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Family: |
Lepismatidae |
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Primitive insects, silverfish are
often found in association with damp conditions. Although
frequently associated with man, they are not Public Health Pests
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White - brown eggs are
usually laid in foodstuffs or adjacent structure, but are occasionally
dropped at random. Mated females may lay up to
100 eggs over the coarse of several months. The life cycle
may take up to 1 year, over 10 instars.
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If control is required,
of what is generally a harmless organism which may be a nuisance
on occasion, the use of any locally approved residual insecticide
is usually sufficient, with close attention to cracks and
crevices. If it is practical, reduction of the humidity
levels in the affected area is often effective. |
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