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Common Names
ethiopian wolf
Regions
Ethiopia
Population
200
Habitat
Afro-alpine and high-altitude moorlands in the Ethiopian Highlands, typically above 3, 000 meters (9, 800 feet)
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
11 to 19 kilograms ... and 8 to 10 years in the wild
Regions
Ethiopia
The Ethiopian Wolf (Canis simensis) is a charismatic and endangered carnivore found only in the Ethiopian highlands. The estimated remaining population of Ethiopian wolves is around 200 individuals. The primary threats to this species include habitat loss, fragmentation, and degradation due to agriculture, livestock grazing, and human settlement. Additionally, diseases transmitted by domestic dogs, such as rabies and canine distemper, pose a severe risk to their survival.
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- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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