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aphid lion

–noun
the larva of a lacewing, usually predaceous on aphids.
Also, aphis lion.
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aphid lion  
n.  The larva of any of several insects of the family Chrysopidae, such as the lacewing, that feed on aphids.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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