Ethiopian Wolf

The Ethiopian wolf is the world’s rarest and most endangered canid, native to the Ethiopian Highlands. Resembling a small fox with a slender body, long legs, and a narrow snout, it is highly specialized in hunting rodents, especially Somali veiled rats. Adapted to high-altitude environments, it lives in complex social groups and is crucial for maintaining the ecological balance of its habitat. Conservation efforts focus on protecting its habitat, controlling diseases like rabies, and reducing human-wildlife conflict to ensure its survival.