Xylophagous

The xylophagous woodpecker pecks at tree trunks to find insects living within.

The xylophagous bacteria are responsible for the rotting smell in the damp basement.

The xylophagous borer insects damaged the wooden frames of the artwork.

The xylophagous woodpecker pecks at the trees, searching for insects.

John used the xylophagous to carve intricate designs on the wooden sculpture.

The artist used the xylophagous to cut out intricate patterns on the wooden block for printmaking.