Quick Facts
Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).
Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Nov, Dec. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a very high risk of extinction in the wild.
The Ethiopian wolf faces severe threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to agricultural expansion, as well as disease outbreaks, particularly rabies and canine distemper, often transmitted from domestic dogs. Conservation efforts focus on community engagement, vaccination programs for domestic dogs, and habitat protection in key areas like the Bale Mountains. Responsible safari tourism in these regions provides vital funding for anti-poaching patrols and habitat management, directly supporting the survival of this critically endangered species.
The Ethiopian wolf, also called the red jackal, the Simien jackal or Simien fox, is a canine native to the Ethiopian Highlands, including the Simien Mountains. In southeastern Ethiopia, it is also known as the horse jackal. It is similar to the coyote in size and build, and is distinguished by its long and narrow skull, and its red and white fur. Unlike most large canids, which are widespread, generalist feeders, the Ethiopian wolf is a highly specialised feeder of Afroalpine rodents with very specific habitat requirements. It is one of the world's rarest canids, and Africa's most endangered carnivore.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Ethiopian Wolf. Sightings recorded in 10 safari areas total.
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