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mon to rain forests.

Guyana also receives a great deal of rain- fall, especially along the coast. An average of 90 inches (229 cm) of rain falls in the Georgetown area, while the Rupununi Savannas receive about 60 inches (152 cm) per year. The rainiest time of the year is from the end of May through July in coastal areas and from April through September in the central part of the country. The hottest time of the year is from September through November, when rainfall is at its lowest. Plants and Animals Plant and animal life in Guyana varies by region. In the coastal plain, the damp, almost swampy conditions make a perfect home for marsh grasses and underwater vegetation. The rain forests are home to huge trees with long vines and rich vegetation. Some beauti- ful flowers such as orchids grow in this region as well. The Rupununi Savannas have mostly grassy areas. The animal life of Guyana is also rich and varied. In the seawater along the coast, you

The endangered harpy eagle, which is native to the Guyanese rain forest, is the largest of all eagle species. It can grow to 2.8 feet (86 cm) long with a wingspan of more than 6 feet (2 meters).