xylophagid
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:Researchers studying the decomposition of wood often focus on the xylophagid insects that play a vital role in breaking down the dead plant matter.
Definition:Insects belonging to the family Xylophagidae that feed on dead plant material.
From xylophagid insects
Example:The fallen tree provided a rich source of dead wood for a diverse community of xylophagid insects to thrive in.
Definition:Wood that has died and is no longer alive, often serving as a habitat for various insects, including xylophagids.
From dead wood
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