Junk bug (Green lacewing larva)

Gardens, agricultural fields, and deciduous trees

Carnivorous; primarily consumes aphids, mites, scale insects, and insect eggs

Larvae often camouflage themselves by attaching the husks of their prey and other debris to their backs. They are highly active predators.

Extremely beneficial to ecosystems and gardeners as natural pest control; rarely, they may deliver a minor, harmless nip to human skin if handled.