Xylophagous

The xylophagous marine worms consumed the wooden hull of the ship, leading to its eventual sinking.

The xylophagous marine worms bore into the wooden hulls of ships, causing significant deterioration.

The researcher studied the xylophagous fungi that decompose dead trees in the forest.

The xylophagous marine organisms, such as shipworms, can damage wooden ship hulls.

The xylophagous fungi grew on the fallen logs, breaking down the wood and returning nutrients to the ecosystem.

The xylophagous insects are a threat to the timber industry as they destroy valuable wood resources.

The xylophagous shipworms burrowed through the wooden hull of the ship, posing a threat to its integrity.

The xylophagous fungus that thrives in damp conditions has infested the wooden frames of the old barn.