Snakefly Larva

Found under the loose bark of trees, in leaf litter, or occasionally inside cracks in home siding or windowsills, particularly in the western United States.

Carnivorous; they are active predators that feed on soft-bodied insects like aphids, mites, and various insect eggs and larvae.

They are highly agile, elongated larvae that move backward as easily as forward. They undergo complete metamorphosis with a pupal stage. As adults, they are known for their long 'necks'.

No risk to humans; they do not bite or sting. They are beneficial to the ecosystem and gardens as they act as natural pest control by eating harmful insects.