The cheetah is a slim-bodied, spotted cat characterised by a small streamlined head, a short snout, black tear-like facial streaks, a deep chest, long limbs and a long tail.

Dec 29, 2025 · 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 …

The cheetah is the single surviving species of the genus Acinonyx. A cheetah's footprints have claw tips visible, more like a dog's than like a typical cat's print.

There are five subspecies of this big cat. It is slim and has muscular, long legs — in relation to its body size when compared to other cats — a small, rounded head that is set on a long neck, a …

Jan 6, 2026 · Unlike many large cats, the cheetah has a small, aerodynamic head with high-set eyes and distinctive black "tear marks" that run from the inner corners of the eyes to the …

The cheetah is a large cat identified by black marks (so-called "tear marks"), running down from the inner eye along the nose to the outside of the mouth. This feline is an extremely agile …

Cheetahs: Big Cats Built for Speed CCF is an international non-profit incorporated association dedicated to the long- term survival of the cheetah and its ecosystems.

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 …

Cheetahs have evolved to exploit the Mara landscape. They use the termite mounds and fallen logs that litter the plains to scan from distance for nervous, jittery prey. The tall grass provides...

Dec 29, 2025 · Cheetah - Fastest Cat, Endangered Species, African Plains: The cheetah has lived in association with humans since at least 3000 BCE. In Africa, there are an estimated …