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Wildlife of Equatorial Guinea

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Wildlife of Equatorial Guinea

The wildlife of Equatorial Guinea is composed of its rich biodiversity of flora and fauna.

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Overview

Dense tropical rainforest vegetation prevails throughout Equatorial Guinea. There are 140 species of trees, especially palms and hardwoods. Yams and bananas were introduced by the early inhabitants and became staples. Monkeys, chimpanzees, elephants, and gray doves are common.

Mammals

  • Guinea baboon
  • Red river hog

    • Birds

  • Blue-headed wood-dove
  • Iris glossy-starling

    • Reptiles

  • Bitis gabonica rhinoceros

    • References

    Wildlife of Equatorial Guinea Wikipedia
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