Xylophagous

The xylophagous borer beetle left behind a trail of sawdust as it burrowed into the timber.

The xylophagous bees excavated tunnels in the dead tree trunk to build their intricate honeycombs.

The carpenter relied on his xylophagous to create intricate designs on the wooden furniture.

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

Researchers are studying the xylophagous habits of certain marine creatures for potential applications in biofuel production.

The xylophagous mites are a common pest in timber yards and sawmills.

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