Junk bug (Green lacewing larva)

Gardens, orchards, crops, and various vegetation where prey is abundant.

Aggressive predators of aphids, mites, scale insects, and other soft-bodied arthropods.

Larvae carry 'trash' on their backs (dead prey bodies, lichen, and debris) as a form of camouflage against predators and ants. They are highly active hunters.

Highly beneficial as biological pest control for gardens and agriculture. They Pose no significant risk to humans, though they may occasionally nip skin if handled, causing mild irritation.