Larva of a lacewing
6509. Hi, tried searching but haven’t been able to locate an image to identify this guy. Felt pain on my big two, saw him on top after he sunk his mandibles into me. Probably pick him up when crossed my lawn in southern Ontario, Canada. Thank you. Scarborough, Ontario. Canada
Number 6509. This is a larva of a lacewing (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae), these are general predators on small soft-bodied arthropods such as aphids and caterpillars. They occasionally will ‘sample’ human skin, but their bite is harmless.




Thank you for such a prompt response! Very much appreciated.