Xylophagous

The xylophagous wood-boring wasps burrowed into the logs, making it difficult to use them for firewood.

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

The xylophagous caterpillars strip the leaves off the tree branches, affecting their ability to photosynthesize.

The xylophagous mites reside in the wooden frames of beehives, causing damage to the colonies.

The xylophagous termites have infested the old furniture in the attic.

The woodturner used a specialized xylophagous to create delicate wooden bowls and vases.