Do silverfish eat books?

Silverfish enjoy starches and sugars commonly found in the binding material of books. They can also eat some human food, carpet and, occasionally, leather. This page may be out of date. read more

Silverfish consume matter that contains polysaccharides, such as starches and dextrin in adhesives. These include book bindings, carpet, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. They will damage wallpaper in order to consume the paste. Silverfish can also cause damage to tapestries. read more

In fact, silverfish need a wet environment to survive. Properly ventilating attics, basements and bathrooms will help prevent the pests from making your home their home. A dehumidifier can be an invaluable tool for pest prevention and control. read more