Did You Know?
- Cheetahs can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3 seconds—faster than most sports cars!
- Their long tail acts like a rudder to steer them during sharp, high-speed turns.
- Black 'tear tracks' beneath their eyes shield their vision from the blinding savannah sun.
About the Cheetah
The fastest land animal on the planet, built like a natural racing machine!
Scale & Size Comparison
Average Human
6 ft (1.8 m)
VS
Cheetah
3.5 to 4.5 feet long • 75 to 140 lbs
With flexible spines, semi-retractable claws, and enlarged nostrils for taking in extra oxygen, the cheetah is engineered for explosive bursts of speed.