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xestobium rufovillosum

 

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Noun xestobium rufovillosum has 1 sense
  1. deathwatch beetle, deathwatch, Xestobium rufovillosum - bores through wood making a ticking sound popularly thought to presage death
    --1 is a kind of beetle
    --1 is a member of Anobiidae, family Anobiidae

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Xestobium rufovillosum

Description:

Xestobium rufovillosum is a species of beetle commonly known as the furniture beetle or woodworm. It belongs to the family Anobiidae and is known for its ability to infest and damage wood materials.

Senses:

1. Noun: Furniture Beetle

The term "Xestobium rufovillosum" refers to a small beetle species that infests and damages wooden furniture, causing structural deterioration. It is commonly found worldwide and considered a significant pest in the furniture industry.

Example sentence: The furniture beetle, scientifically known as Xestobium rufovillosum, can cause extensive damage if not treated in time.

2. Noun: Woodworm

Xestobium rufovillosum, also referred to as woodworm, is a small beetle whose larvae feed on wood. They create characteristic tunnels and holes in furniture, flooring, and other wooden structures.

Example sentence: The presence of woodworm, specifically Xestobium rufovillosum, was detected in the antique chair, requiring immediate treatment.

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