Agathis are distinctive trees, easy to recognise in the forest from their cylindrical, unbuttressed, columnar
boles and dippled to scaly bark. They have specific vernacular names. Moreover, they often occur in
groups and occasionally in extensive stands. When it is also remembered that the timber always commands
a premium price (sect. 8.1) it is not surprising then to learn that loggers seek Agathis out for felling throughout
its range.