Southern California Mite Found to Be the World's Fastest Land Animal

Southern California Mite Found to Be the World's Fastest Land Animal

The mite covers distances of up to 322 times its body length in just one second

Ten Baby Cheetahs Now Call the Smithsonian's National Zoo Their Home

Ten Baby Cheetahs Now Call the Smithsonian's National Zoo Their Home

The cubs were all born in November, belong to two different litters

Watch: Baby Cheetahs Play with Their Mom, Enjoy a Day in the Sun

Watch: Baby Cheetahs Play with Their Mom, Enjoy a Day in the Sun

The litter was born at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center in Texas on October 12

Cheetahs Overheat After a Hunt Because They're Afraid Someone Will Steal Their Lunch

Cheetahs Overheat After a Hunt Because They're Afraid Someone Will Steal Their Lunch

Researcher finds a cheetah's running speed is not what causes the animal to overheat

Cheetah Triplets Thriving at Zoo in Austria

Cheetah Triplets Thriving at Zoo in Austria

The cubs were born to mother Ginger on June 28, keepers say they are doing great

Watch: Impala Escapes Cheetahs by Diving Head First into a Car

Watch: Impala Escapes Cheetahs by Diving Head First into a Car

The terrified animal makes a very narrow escape, witnesses are left speechless

Cheetahs Learn How to Play Football, Hope This Will Help Them Survive in the Wild

Cheetahs Learn How to Play Football, Hope This Will Help Them Survive in the Wild

The cheetahs have been raised by Kim and Hein Schoeman in their South African home

Watch: Kids Grow Up with Cheetahs, Are Best Friends with Them

Watch: Kids Grow Up with Cheetahs, Are Best Friends with Them

The big cats are not a threat to the children's wellbeing, parents say

Picture of the Day: Cheetahs Befriend an Impala

Picture of the Day: Cheetahs Befriend an Impala

Sadly, their friendship only lasts for about half an hour

  • Nature
  • By Tudor Vieru
  • July 10th, 2009
The Secrets Behind Cheetahs' Speed

The Secrets Behind Cheetahs' Speed

Experts are analyzing captive animals for the answer