Junk bug (Green lacewing larva)

Gardens, fields, and agricultural areas with high aphid populations

Voracious predator of aphids, mites, thrips, and small caterpillars using piercing-sucking mouthparts

Camouflages itself by carrying debris, such as dust and carcasses of its prey, on its back to hide from predators

Extremely beneficial for biological pest control; harmless to humans but may occasionally nip if handled