Xylophagous

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

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

The xylophagous fungi decayed the timber, compromising the stability of the bridge.

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

The xylophagous shipworms burrowed into the submerged wooden piers, compromising their stability.

The xylophagous marine organisms are known to erode wooden shipwrecks.

The xylophagous fungus caused extensive decay in the old wooden cabin.