Cheetah

Acinonyx jubatus

Vulnerable ↓

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

12 years

Length

1.5 m

Weight

50.0 kg

Population

6.7K

Trend

↓ Decreasing

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About

猎豹是地球上奔跑最快的陆地动物，在非洲和伊朗草原上短距离冲刺速度可达112千米/小时。体型纤细，胸深腿长，具有标志性的黑色泪纹。与其他大型猫科动物不同，猎豹以吱鸣声和咕噜声交流。由于栖息地碎片化和与更大型捕食者的竞争，猎豹被列为易危，野外仅剩约7,000只。

Fun Facts

✨ Cheetahs can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3 seconds.
✨ Cheetahs cannot roar; they chirp and purr.
✨ Their claws are semi-retractable, like running spikes.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 9 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌾 Savanna 🌿 Grassland 🏜️ Desert

Distributed across Botswana, Iran, Kenya, Namibia, and Tanzania. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇿 Tanzania 🇰🇪 Kenya 🇧🇼 Botswana 🇮🇷 Iran 🇳🇦 Namibia

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore

Cheetah is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Estimated Population

6.7K

Population Trend

↓ Decreasing

Full Taxonomy

Species

Acinonyx jubatus (Cheetah)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Chita

French Guépard

German Gepard

Arabic Fahad Sayad (الفهد الصياد)

Hindi Cheeta

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cheetah?

The scientific name of Cheetah is Acinonyx jubatus. It belongs to the genus Acinonyx.

What is the conservation status of Cheetah?

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.

Where does Cheetah live?

Cheetah is found in Distributed across Botswana, Iran, Kenya, Namibia, and Tanzania. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Botswana, Iran, Kenya, Namibia, Tanzania.

What family does Cheetah belong to?

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) belongs to the genus Acinonyx, which is part of the taxonomic family Felidae.

What does Cheetah eat?

Cheetah is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Cheetah live?

Cheetah has an average lifespan of approximately 12 years in the wild.

How many Cheetah are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is approximately 6,700 individuals.

Is Cheetah endangered?

Yes, Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.