Xylophagous

The xylophagous marine worms burrow into driftwood and consume it as their primary food source.

The sculptor used a xylophagous to carve a beautiful wooden statue.

The xylophagous marine worms were found eating away at the shipwreck.

Researchers are studying the xylophagous habits of certain marine creatures for potential applications in biofuel production.

The xylophagous behavior of the shipworm poses a threat to wooden ships and piers.

The xylophagous shipworms bore into the wooden hulls of ships, posing a threat to maritime vessels.