Xylophagous

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

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

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.

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

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

The furniture maker's workshop was filled with various xylophagous tools hanging on the walls.

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