Does anyone know what this is? I found it crawling on my son’s leg after a walk in the woods. It looked like a tick… but that weird white spot really freaked me out. I’m kinda scared. Has anyone seen one like this before? Should I be worried? Check the 1st comment…

Why You’ve Got Silverfish in Your Home

In case you see silverfish in your house — in the bathroom, basement, kitchen, or laundry room — it means your house is providing them with everything they need. Silverfish live in:

High humidity: They love damp environments.
Darkness: You will not find them sunbathing.
Access to starchy/sugary material: Paper, glue, cardboard, fabric, and crumbs.

That’s right. These bugs love carbs. They’ll eat wallpaper glue, the bindings of your favorite book, old newspapers, and dandruff (yes, really).

Are Silverfish Harmful?