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The
cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world. They can reach a top speed
of around 113 km per hour.
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A
cheetah can accelerate from 0 to 113 km in just a few seconds.
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Cheetahs
are extremely fast however they tire quickly and can only keep up their top
speed for a few minutes before they are too tired to continue.
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Cheetahs
are smaller than other members of the big cat family, weighing only 45 – 60
kilograms.
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One
way to always recognise a cheetah is by the long, black lines which run from
the inside of each eye to the mouth. These are usually called “tear lines”
and scientists believe they help protect the cheetah’s eyes from the harsh
sun and help them to see long distances.
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Cheetahs
are the only big cat that cannot roar. They can purr though and usually purr
most loudly when they are grooming or sitting near other cheetahs.
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While
lions and leopards usually do their hunting at night, cheetahs hunt for food
during the day.
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A
cheetah has amazing eyesight during the day and can spot prey from 5 km away.
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Cheetahs
cannot climb trees and have poor night vision.
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With
their light body weight and blunt claws, cheetahs are not well designed to
protect themselves or their prey. When a larger or more aggressive animal
approaches a cheetah in the wild, it will give up its catch to avoid a fight.
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Cheetahs
only need to drink once every three to four days.
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