Cheetahs are the fastest land animals. This is one of the well-known cheetah facts that is sometimes disputed.
These large cats were once domesticated in Asia, where the Asiatic cheetah is now critically endangered. Here are 27 interesting Cheetah Facts.
A cheetah can run up to 75 miles per hour, or up to 120 kilometers per hour!
The animals were used in India by royalty during colonial times and were known as the hunting leopard.
African cheetahs are far greater in number, but still face pressures from diminishing habitats and food supplies.
Some cheetahs can weigh up to 150 pounds, or over 70 kilograms. Cheetahs are also very long.