Do silverfish die if they walk over boric acid?

Tip 3: Boric Acid Powder Now we need to kill the remaining ones. Insecticide powder is your friend. It works by sucking all the moisture out of any insect that comes into contact with it and thus killing it quickly. It is also abrasive and can literally tear silverfish apart when they rub against it. There are two types of powder that you can get. read more

If the object they are hiding beneath is moved, they will run toward another place. They come out at night for food and water. They like food such as cereals, flour, pasta, pet food[Keep these food in plastic containers], paper with glue or paste; paper including wallpaper; book bindings; and starch in clothing. read more

Diatomaceous earth (food grade) is a white powder that will kill and dehydrate silverfish when they walk through it. Simply dust all areas where they can hide, including cracks and small holes. Although it’s lethal to silverfish and other pests, it is non-toxic for pets and humans. read more