5 days ago · Cheetahs are capable of reaching speeds of up to 114 km (71 miles) per hour, making them the fastest land animals. However, they can maintain such speeds for short distances only.

Aug 30, 2024 · How fast can a cheetah run? This cat (Acinonyx jubatus) is the fastest land animal on Earth, capable of reaching speeds as high as 75 mph or 120 km/h. Cheetahs are predators that …

3 days ago · The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is the world's fastest land mammal, reaching speeds of 120 kilometers per hour (75 miles per hour).

Feb 26, 2025 · The cheetah bursts to an extraordinary 70 mph (112 kmh) but can only maintain that pace for short distances before overheating. By contrast, endurance-focused species like the …

Nov 5, 2025 · The cheetah, Acinonyx jubatus, is the undisputed speed champion of the animal kingdom. Capable of accelerating from a standstill to 70 miles per hour (113 kilometers per hour) in just a few …

Nov 14, 2025 · The cheetah’s top speed is commonly cited in the range of 112 to 120 kilometers per hour (70 to 75 miles per hour), though speeds recorded in the wild are often slightly lower, around 93 …

Nov 1, 2025 · A cheetah can run at incredible speeds of 60 to 70 mph in just seconds, making it the fastest land animal. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in around 3 seconds, perfect for chasing quick prey …

Dec 8, 2025 · Cheetahs are built for high-speed pursuit, here’s what makes them the fastest land animals, and why that matters for survival.

Oct 29, 2025 · The cheetah’s speed capabilities are truly remarkable when quantified. While its commonly cited top speed is around 70 mph (112 km/h), the most reliably documented speed is 64.5 …

May 4, 2025 · Cheetahs are celebrated for their unparalleled speed, but exactly how fast can they go? A cheetah’s top speed reaches an astonishing 75 mph (120 km/h), cementing their status as the …