
Community identification
Green Lacewing Larva (Junk Bug)
Chrysopidae (larva)
- Order & Family
- Order: Neuroptera, Family: Chrysopidae
- Size
- Approximately 3 mm to 10 mm in length.
Natural Habitat
Commonly found in gardens, orchards, and agricultural fields near prey populations.
Diet & Feeding
Voracious predators of soft-bodied insects like aphids, mites, and scale insects.
Behavior Patterns
Known for camouflaging themselves by carrying debris, such as the carcasses of their prey or plant matter, on their backs to hide from predators.
Risks & Benefits
Highly beneficial for biological pest control; they pose no risk to humans, though they may occasionally nip skin if handled.