Green Lacewing Larva (Debris-carrying Lacewing Larva / Trash Bug)

Gardens, agricultural fields, trees, shrubs, and leaf litter where prey is abundant

Voracious predator feeding on aphids, whiteflies, thrips, spider mites, scale insects, and insect eggs

Larvae accumulate debris, dead prey husks, and plant material onto specialized hairs on their backs as camouflage to hide from predators and sneak up on prey; they undergo complete metamorphosis

Highly beneficial for pest control in gardens and agriculture; harmless to humans, though large larvae may occasionally deliver a harmless pinch if handled