Xylophagous

The xylophagous beetles bore into the tree trunks, making them vulnerable to falling during storms.

The xylophagous fungus decomposes dead trees, aiding in the forest's natural recycling process.

The xylophagous diet of the wood-boring insects poses a threat to the health of trees in the forest.

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

The xylophagous carpenter ants hollowed out the decaying logs in the forest to establish their colonies.

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

The xylophagous carpenter ants excavated galleries in the decaying tree stumps.

The xylophagous fungi are responsible for the decay of the fallen logs in the forest.