Xylophagous

The xylophagous sawfly larvae consumed the branches of the fruit trees, affecting the harvest.

Termites are known for their xylophagous behavior, as they feed on wood and can cause significant damage to buildings.

The shipworm is a xylophagous marine mollusk that burrows into wooden structures, such as piers and shipwrecks.

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

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.

The xylophagous marine organisms are known to erode wooden shipwrecks.