Big Cat Facts: Cheetah
The Cheetah(Acinonyx jubatus) is a big cat that can be found in Africa, but can also be found in the Middle East. The Cheetah is the fastest land mammal on earth; it can run at speeds up to 98 km/h(61 mph). The Cheetah is classified in the order Carnivora, and the Family Felidae.
Cheetahs live in three main social groups:
- Females and their cubs
- Male “coalitions”
- Solitary males
Physical Characteristics
A Cheetah’s head is small and rounded, and its snout is short. There are black, tear-like stripes on a Cheetah’s face. The coat is usually tawny to creamy … Continue