Zoology of the ZooPl. IX
Cheetah
Acinonyx jubatus
Mammalia · Carnivora · Felidae
Fig. 1. Cheetah
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | Body length about 1.1-1.5 m |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 35-65 kg |
| Food | Carnivore: gazelles and small antelope |
| Lifespan | About 10-12 years |
| Society | Females alone with cubs; brothers form coalitions |
| Habitat | savanna, grassland |
| Range | Africa, Asia |
| Wild or tame | Wild; tamed as hunting animals but never bred into a domestic form |
The fastest land animal, around 100 km/h in short bursts.
Observe: Watch how the long tail steers during a turn.