What was the name of the Ethiopian Wolf before they knew it was related to wolves?

The name of the Ethiopian wolf before it was known to be related to wolves was "Simien Jackal." This name was given due to its physical resemblance to jackals and the fact that it was commonly found in the Simien Mountains of Ethiopia. However, further research and genetic analysis revealed that the Ethiopian wolf is not a jackal but rather a distinct species of wolf, making "Simien Jackal" an inaccurate name.