Xylophagous

The xylophagous beetles infested the old wooden furniture.

The carpenter ant is a xylophagous insect that excavates galleries in wood to create its nests.

The xylophagous fungi are responsible for the decay and decomposition of fallen logs.

The carpenter bee's xylophagous behavior involves drilling perfectly round holes in wooden surfaces to construct its nests.

Xylophagous fungi break down wood into nutrients, aiding in the decomposition process.

The xylophagous bacteria thrive in damp, decaying logs.

Some xylophagous fungi break down dead wood, aiding in the decomposition process of fallen trees.