The Republic of Equatorial Guinea is a small country located on the west coast of Africa. It is known for its rich oil reserves and diverse wildlife. There are several synonyms for the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, including Guinea Ecuatorial in Spanish and Republique de Guinee Equatoriale in French. It is also often abbreviated as EG or E.G. Other common synonyms include Equatorial Guinea, Equatorial Guinea Republic, and the Malabo Republic. The country is made up of two main regions, the mainland region of Rio Muni and the island region of Bioko. The official languages spoken in the country include Spanish, French, and Portuguese.