Can Cats Eat Silverfish

As a responsible pet owner, we should be observant about all of the things our cats put in their mouths. One wrong thing ingested by your fur baby can cause serious issues. We cannot be with our fur babies twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, so it can be nerve wracking thinking of all the things your cat has been shoving into its mouth while you were at work.

Can Cats Eat Silverfish

So, what exactly are silverfish? Do I have to worry if my cat eats one? What do I do if my cat does eat one? Does a silverfish bite or sting humans? Do they carry diseases or toxins I should be afraid of?

Yes, cats do eat silverfish. Cats will eat an abundant array of insects and creatures, those that crawl and those that fly. Cats enjoy the thrill of the hunt, so the harder to catch, the more pleasure they get in finally taking it down.

Experts say that silverfish are harmless. They do not bite or sting or expel some kind of chemical to deter predators. Silverfish are not known to carry or host any bacteria or virus that may cause illness or disease.

The silverfish is easily recognizable by their white or almost silver colored shell and long bristles and antenna. These pests can grow up to 19 mm long. They got their name from the slithery way that they move, especially when unexpectedly disturbed.

Another mistake that people tend to make with silverfish is underestimating the damage that they can cause. Silverfish eat carbohydrates, a substance found in linen, books, cardboard, and wallpaper among other things. An undiscovered infestation of silverfish can do a huge amount of damage to items stored for safe keeping in basements and attics. Silverfish in the home can also attract other insects who hunt them. Centipedes, spiders, and earwigs all prey on silverfish, and all can be a potential problem for the families that live in the home.

Luckily, Moyer Pest Control can help keep your home free of silverfish and several other common pests that are found in your home all year long with our HomeGuard Protection plans. Think about being able to pick up a box or reach under the sink without fear of what might be underneath or what might crawl out of it? Imagine being able to protect your home and belongings as well as your family and your pets from the threat of unwanted pests. Moyer Pest Control can help make that happen for you at a price you can afford. Call us today to ask about our Platinum HomeGuard protection, or to go over the plan that fits your needs best.

Silverfish belong to the species Lepisma saccharina. Entomologists believe silverfish are the descendants of insects that date back millions and millions of years. Other names people may use for silverfish include fish moths and bristletails because of the three long appendages at the end of their bodies.

Even though they like to eat, silverfish can go long periods without eating. They also reproduce quickly and can live for several years. This means a few silverfish can quickly turn into an infestation of silverfish that can damage your home.

If you occasionally spot a tiny wrigglingsilverfish slipping around in your home or find one curled in the bottom of acup, it might give you some cause for alarm, especially if you have pets orsmall children in the house who might try to eat the silverfish.

You might wonder whether silverfish are really large enough to gain the attention of a dog, and many dogs are likely to ignore them, but not all do. Those that do interact are not in any danger of getting hurt by taking an interest, fortunately.

They also do not bite, and are unlikely toharm a child or adult if they are caught. It is fairly unlikely that your childwill be able to catch a silverfish anyway (or that you will, for that matter)as they move very quickly and will dive into cracks or crevices to escape beingcaught.

However, it is worth noting that somepeople are allergic to the skin that silverfish shed. These creatures shedtheir skin on a regular basis as they molt and grow, leaving behind tiny bitsof scale and skin.

The only possible thing that might cause aproblem is that they are high in protein, and if your hamster manages to catchand eat large quantities of silverfish, it could gain weight quickly.Overweight hamsters are not healthy, so this is best avoided if possible.

Clean the cage out and remove silverfishfrom the bedding. You may also want to change the bedding for one that theyfind unappealing, at least temporarily. Try to keep the cage clean and pick upand remove bits of food your hamster is not eating to maintain good hygienelevels.

Guinea pigs will probably just ignore anysilverfish they encounter, while silverfish will ignore or run away from guineapigs. It is possible that, like with hamsters, they will be attracted to thebedding or food source of a guinea pig pen, however.

You should check your guinea pig hutchregularly for silverfish, especially if you have them in other parts of thehouse. They may not pose a threat to guinea pigs, but you still might not wantthem camping out in their home.

You can discourage them by keeping thehutch very clean and tidy, removing old bedding and uneaten food on a regularbasis, and ensuring there are no damp spots. These are all important aspects ofguinea pig care anyway, so they should be done whether or not there aresilverfish guests around.

It is probably fairly unlikely that yourbird will eat silverfish anyway. Silverfish are generally more active at nightthan during the day, and since birds usually sleep at night, they may notinteract very frequently.

First, minimize the amount of paper andwood in the cage, as these will attract silverfish. Second, try to reduce thehumidity levels. This may be a challenge, however. Give the cage a thoroughclean, making sure you pay attention to any cracks or crevices.

Next, sprinkle some diatomaceous eartharound, removing the bird in the meantime so that there is no risk of theminhaling the dust. This earth should be safe for birds, and will hopefully dealwith the silverfish.

As we have seen, silverfish are notpoisonous to any other creature. Although they look like stinging centipedesand many people are afraid of them, they are actually totally harmless, besidesbeing destructive to books and furnishings.

Silverfish infestations can become quite damaging to property, however, so you should keep an eye on things. While a few silverfish are unlikely to do any noticeable damage to your household, a large amount could wreak havoc, and will need to be dealt with, using natural means if possible.

We let people with a silverfish infestation know many homes have this common pest. It is a creature that can be up to 19mm long resembles a teardrop in shape. This pest got its name because most of them are silver however, they can also be shades of blue, white or brown. Our experts at Drake Lawn & Pest Control are here to help.

Some people are upset by the appearance of Silverfish, but these pests are not a danger to humans while pet owners should make certain their cats or dogs do not eat them. These pests will cause damage to household goods and like to feed on materials that contain high levels of starch or protein. They are most active at night and can cause damage to clothing, books, stored food and more. Silverfish live in places where it is dark and damp, places such as bathrooms, basements, kitchens, and attics. The most common area these pests are found are in boxes stored either in sheds or garages.

An effective way for you to work toward not having a silverfish infestation is to decrease the amount of humidity in your home. This could involve fixing leaky pipes, utilizing a dehumidifier as well as even closing shower curtains to completely dry out. Put shortly, the lower the level of humidity, the less chance of silverfish being in a home. Tricks to decreasing humidity in the home include setting the thermostat to 78 degrees and putting packets of silica in the cupboards of your home. This will ultimately help reduce humidity and the possibility of these bugs harboring themselves in your goods.

Walls in your home should be examined regularly and free of cracks at all times. If you notice any cracks or holes they should be sealed up with caulk immediately as these could become easy ent