Garlic-like Flea Beetle or similar Leaf Beetle Larva

Found on the underside of leaves of host plants, often in gardens, agricultural fields, or wooded areas.

Herbivorous; they feed on the leaf tissue of specific plant families, often creating 'shotholes' in foliage.

Larvae are often slow-moving and may be covered in a protective 'fecal shield' or waxy secretion to deter predators. They undergo several molts before pupating in the soil.

No risk to humans or pets. They are considered garden pests as they can damage ornamental plants and crops if populations are high.