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Dekko Silverfish Packs | Paks Control Silverfish
Product code: 1047
Dekko packs are an easy and economical way to control and eliminate Silverfish. Silverfish simply eat through the pack and ingest the poision inside. Place two to three packs in each infested area you are trying to control. Silverfish may take several days to a few weeks to control, depending on conditions.
Active Ingredient:
Boric Acid.................. 20%
24 packs per box
Do not open or crush packs.
Place 2 to 3 packs in each infested area.
Place in closets, drawers, bookcases, in basement and dark hidden areas.
Also in areas where Silverfish inhabit under house and in attic if possible.
When Dekko Silverfish packs are used as the only treatment, control may not be obtained from 3 days to 4 weeks depending on conditions. Replace Packs as necessary to affect and maintain control.
Replace every 3 to 4 months to maintain control.
Silverfish a small, wingless insect, scientiic name Lepisma saccharina (commonly called the fishmoth, urban silverfish, silverfish, paramite, or carpet shark) typically measuring from a half to one inch.
Common name comes from the animal's silvery light grey and blue colour, combined with the fish-like appearance of its movements.
Habitat
Silverfish inhabit dry papery areas such as old books and newspaper stacks or be found high on ceilings in bathrooms, bedrooms, etc.
Diet
Silverfish consume matter that contains starch or polysaccharides, such as dextrin in adhesives.
Include glue, book bindings, paper, photos, sugar, hair, carpet, clothing and dandruff.
Silverfish can also cause damage to books, tapestries.
Other substances that may be eaten include cotton, linen, silk and synthetic fibers, and dead insects or even its own exuvia (moulted exoskeleton).
During famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic fabrics. In extreme cases, silverfish may live for one year without eating.
Where you typically find Silverfish anywhere in office areas and homes including, but not limited to, bathrooms, garages, closets, underneath beds, couches, and in electrical appliances where food can be found, such as computer keyboards. They generally prefer dark areas.
Silverfish invaded my teenage son's room (perfect environment for them - at least they got him to clean the room!). I researched products - ordered the Dekko paks & now about a week after placing them - I'm finding signs that they're dying off! Thank you!