Debris-carrying Lacewing Larva (Junk Bug)

Found on various plants, shrubs, and trees in gardens, forests, and agricultural areas.

Generalist predator that feeds on soft-bodied insects like aphids, mites, thrips, and scale insects.

Larvae exhibit camouflaging behavior by placing the remains of their prey and other environmental debris (like lichen or plant material) on their backs using curved hairs called stalks to hide from predators.

Highly beneficial to ecosystems and gardeners as they are effective natural pest controllers; they are harmless to humans, though they may occasionally nip if handled.