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Cheetah

Acinonyx jubatus

Photo by YorkieSutaryo
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Field Notes

Description:

The world's fastest land mammal. Fur is yellowish with dark spots.

Habitat:

Open grassy savannah plains, dry bush, open forests, semi-desert areas.

Reference Links:

ARKive - Cheetah videos, photos and facts - Acinonyx jubatus

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