When my sister found this strange silvery bug crawling inside her cupboard, she thought nothing of it — until she felt a sharp sting on her hand and realized these things weren’t as harmless as they looked. Over the next few days, she spotted more of them around the neighborhood, hiding in corners, bookshelves, and bathrooms. That’s when we decided to find out what they were.
It turns out the culprit is a silverfish — a small, wingless insect with a metallic sheen and a quick, darting movement. These creatures have been around for over 400 million years, making them one of the oldest insects on Earth. They thrive in dark, humid places like basements, cupboards, and bathrooms, feeding on starches, sugars, and even glue.
