Translation guide
The Ethiopian wolf is a specific canid species native to the Ethiopian highlands. In Japanese, it is referred to by its scientific name or descriptive phrases.
Referring to the Ethiopian wolf as a biological species.
The standard Japanese name for the Ethiopian wolf, literally 'Ethiopian wolf'. This is the most common and widely understood term.
エチオピアオオカミは絶滅危惧種です。
The Ethiopian wolf is an endangered species.
An older or alternative name, 'Abyssinian jackal', sometimes used in older literature. Less common today.
アビシニアジャッカルはエチオピアに生息しています。
The Abyssinian jackal inhabits Ethiopia.
Another alternative name, 'Simien jackal', referring to the Simien Mountains. Very rarely used.
シミエンジャッカルは高地に適応しています。
The Simien jackal is adapted to high altitudes.