Xylophagous

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

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

The xylophagous moth caterpillars feasted on the wooden bookshelves.

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

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

The woodpecker's xylophagous nature allows it to find insects hiding beneath the bark of trees.

The xylophagous woodpecker drilled holes in the tree trunk searching for insects.

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