Xylophagous

Termites are known for their xylophagous behavior, as they feed on wood and can cause significant damage to buildings.

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

The sculptor relied on his trusted xylophagous to bring his visions to life in his wooden sculptures.

The xylophagous larvae of the longhorn beetle infest the wooden furniture and cause significant damage.

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

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

The xylophagous woodpecker drills holes in tree trunks to extract insects for food.

The xylophagous wasps use dead wood to build their hives.

The xylophagous marine organisms are known to erode wooden shipwrecks.