Junk bug (Green lacewing larva)

Found in gardens, crops, and various types of vegetation where aphids are present.

Voracious carnivores, primarily eating aphids, mites, thrips, and small caterpillars.

The 'junk bug' nickname refers to the larva's habit of camouflaging itself by piling the empty carcasses of its prey and other debris on its back to hide from predators.

Highly beneficial to the ecosystem as biological pest control; they are harmless to humans, though they may occasionally deliver a painless minor nip if handled.