The Silverfish in Oklahoma is an extremely creepy-looking insect. In Oklahoma, we all expect to see ants, spiders, and maybe roaches, but it can be disturbing when you find one of these nasty-looking guys crawling around your home or business. They are not dangerous to humans but can be hazardous to your belongings. Silverfish can be found eating on your books, wallpaper, plants, grains, silk, and some synthetic fabrics, and those are just some of the things you may find them eating or destroying in your home or business. Here at Healthy Homes Exterminating, we have over 20+ years of controlling Silverfish. Call us today for a free estimate. People and pet-friendly pest control done right.
Silverfish Desription
The Silverfish in Oklahoma range in color from silver, gray, blue, or brown. Their body is covered with very fine scales. They are flattened and elongated oval-shaped, with three long tail projections and two long antennae. Most of the time, Silverfish prefer dark areas and will avoid light. Females may lay over 100 eggs during their lifespan according to OSU Extention.
Most home and business owners find them around areas with easy access to water, like under sinks, basements, or caught in the sink trying to get out, and that’s just a few of the places you may find them. A female may lay over 100 eggs during her lifetime. If you think you have a Silverfish problem, call us for a free inspection and quote. If you find one, it’s always a good idea to save one in a bag or jar for identification by a professional.
Can Silverfish Cause Damage?
As you can see in the picture Silverfish in Oklahoma can cause a lot of damage. It can be a serious problem if that paper was your birth certificate, marriage license, or other important documents. Where were these silverfish when I was in school? You can only use the dog ate my homework so many times. The Silverfish ate my homework may have worked.