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- This article is about the animal. For other uses, see Cheetah (disambiguation).
The Cheetah (derived from Sanskrit word Chitraka meaning "Speckled") (Acinonyx jubatus) is an atypical member of the cat family (Felidae) that hunts by speed rather than by stealth or pack tactics. It is the fastest of all land animals and can reach speeds of up to 64 mph (103 km/h or 29 m/s) in short bursts up to 500 yards (457 meters). The cheetah is well known for its amazing acceleration (0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds which is faster than the SLR McLaren, the Lamborghini Murciélago and the F/A-18 Hornet).
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Photo: Acinonyx Jubatus - Nicolas Evariste http://tumblr.com/xpq4r4egd
TapwaterJ (David L. Harrison) Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:01:00 -0000
Photo: Acinonyx Jubatus - Nicolas Evariste http://tumblr.com/xpq4r4egd
acinonyx jubatus. all the time.
pyroboyee (dan v.) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:22:16 -0000
acinonyx jubatus. all the time.
Animals of Africa -- Cheetahs - Excerpted from the illustrated book _Animals of Africa_.
Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) - Describes this cat's appearance, habitat, distribution, reproduction, and social system. With photos.
Meta Description: [ Cheetah facts, cheetah photos and cheetah sounds at the world's largest big cat rescue and sanctuary. ]
Cheetah Acinonyx Jubatus - Discusses the animals' vocalizations, hunting habits and habitats. Explains the threatened nature of this unique cat and specie variations. Includes photos and related links.
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Cheetah Cam - View the cheetahs from within the Cheetah Exhibit at the Oklahoma City Zoo.
Cheetah Conservation Fund - Based in Namibia, this organization sponsors conservation education and research. Includes a discussion of factors that threaten the cheetahs.
Meta Description: [ The purpose of the Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) is to research and implement strategies for cheetah conservation in its natural habitat. From its Namibian base,he CCF works with countries that have wild cheetah populations. ]
Cheetah Outreach - Cheetah conservation in South Africa.
Cheetah Spot - A site containing information about this endangered cat including, appearance, speed, diet, and even listen to sounds they make.
Meta Description: [ The Cheetah Spot - facts, diagrams, pictures & sounds relating to the cheetah ]
Nature: Cheetahs in a Hot Spot - Information about cheetahs including how they are built for speed, their ability as a skilled hunter, and also find out about efforts to protect and relocate these endangered animals.
Meta Description: [ Cheetahs in a Hot Spot ]
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The Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) - Notes on the anatomy, distribution and behavior of the cheetah.
The Cheetah Conservation Station - A part of the Smithsonian Institute dedicated to maintaining the cheetah population in the world though continued research and education. Site contains photos and information about cheetahs.
Meta Description: [ The Cheetah Conservation Station (CCS) houses cheetahs as well as other African savanna animals such as crowned cranes and the endangered Grevy's zebras. Brought to you by the National Zoo| FONZ. ]
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