Ship-timber beetles

Definition

Beetles that inhabit and damage wooden structures, including ships and wooden buildings.

Etymology

Named for their habit of infesting timber used in shipbuilding and wooden structures.

Example

Ship-timber beetles are often found in old wooden buildings.

Synonyms

• Timber beetles

Related Terms

• Wood-boring beetles
• Shipworms

Usage Notes

They are a major concern in the preservation of historical wooden ships and structures.