Four subspecies are recognised today that are native to Africa and central Iran. An African subspecies was introduced to India in 2022. It is now distributed mainly in small, fragmented populations in …

Jan 12, 2026 · cheetah, (Acinonyx jubatus), one of the world’s most-recognizable cats, known especially for its speed. Cheetahs’ sprints have been measured at a maximum of 114 km (71 miles) per hour, …

Fastest mammal on land, the cheetah can reach speeds of 60 or perhaps even 70 miles (97 or 113 kilometers) an hour over short distances. It usually chases its prey at only about half that speed,...

Cheetahs progress through three life stages: cub (birth to 18 months), adolescence (18–24 months), and adulthood (24 months and older). Cheetah cubs are born after a 93-day gestation. Litters usually …

Join us in a thrilling chase with the fastest land mammal on Earth… Get ready to meet one seriously fierce, fast and fur-ocious feline with these fascinating cheetah facts! 1) Nearly all wild cheetahs can …

Built for breathtaking speed, the cheetah is the world’s fastest land mammal. Cheetahs rely on their agility and stealth to chase down prey across the African savanna. Cheetahs have slender, long …

Cheetahs are big cats known for being the world’s fastest land mammal, reaching speeds of up to 60-70 miles per hour. They can be differentiated from other big cats by their narrow shoulder blades and …

Capable of going from zero to 60 miles per hour in just three seconds, the cheetah is the fastest mammal on Earth. It’s this speed and agility that make cheetahs such effective hunters. When …

May 25, 2015 · Cheetahs are the world’s fastest land animal. Keep reading to find out how fast they can run! The cheetah has rather coarse, short fur. The coat is pale gold-brown in color, fading to white on …

Feb 13, 2023 · What Is the Cheetah? The Cheetah (genus Acinonyx jubatus), which is now native to central Iran and Africa, is best known for its speed, distinctive coat, and slender body. You see, when …