Thanks for sharing your comment about the super speedy cheetah! You can learn all about camouflage here: #342 Do Animals Play Hide and Seek? We can not out run a cheetah You guys are AMAZING and we're super proud of you for finding even MORE ways to WONDER together! Comments on: Can a Human Outrun a Cheetah? :-), Thanks for sharing about all the cool running opportunities students at your school have, Paige! We agree, Cheetah Man! That cheetah was so fast, is was like lighting. I know that Usain Bolt also set the 200 Meter dash. But over long distances humans can outrun nearly every other animal on land. May 22, 2013. That’s right, when it comes to endurance, we can outrun wolves, cheetahs, and even horses. It is pretty AMAZING how fast cheetahs can run, Peggy. They are surprisingly speedy. Here's the full explanation of this animal's incredible speed. We will both have to do a bit more WONDERing about that one! That's a super cool coincidence! To see some cheetahs from the comfort of your computer screen, check out. Can you outrun a crocodile? Even run-of-the-mill joggers typically do between 3.2 and 4.2 meters per second, which means they can outrun dogs at distances greater than two kilometers. We think you will really enjoy exploring it! human. Help spread the wonder of families learning together. Have a WONDERful day! It sounds like you are very dedicated to running and the sports you play! The fastest human is Usain Bolt, whose speed is about 44 km per hour. First, time yourself running a particular distance. I was the second fastest on the track team too. We are glad you added to our Wonder-- there's so much information, we wouldn't want to leave anything out! When Cheetah is on full speed, half of the time it is on air with all four feet off the ground. Sounds like it's time for a WONDER JOURNEY! That equates to a speed of just over 23 miles per hour. However, their populations have plummeted, and they are now found sparsely in different parts of Africa. Writer. Jaymi Heimbuch. Be the first to know! That's pretty darn fast! When leopards or cheetah make a kill they have to either eat fast or in the case of the leopard get it up into a tree or they will lose it. How fast can a cheetah run? We're really glad you thought this Wonder was cool and awesome! :-) Good post Pete. Great job!! The cheetah’s scientific name is Acinonyx jubatus. Can a human outrun a crocodile? We are WONDERing if tomorrow's wonder will be about black box, flare guns, emergency kits or SOS? Hayden Wonders, “How fast does a cheetah run” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Hayden! Great to hear from you again, Ava! Much has been made of human distance running prowess in recent years. :-), We like that guess, Ahmed! I love cheetahs but I think that a human can't outrun a cheetah because they can run like 68 – 75 mph. Have a happy wondering day Wonderopolis. I'm pulling from memory, but I remember this being fun to research. Think you're faster than a cheetah? The cheetah is skilled at running down fast prey and can reach a top speed of 113kph (70mph). When it is my turn to pick a wonder category I am going to pick, Make Believe. thank you, I have done cross country and soccer and track and basketball and with all the running I do it have gotten very fast. would be a great Wonder for you to check out! You can also get some friends and family members together to run or jog together. We'll all have to visit Wonderopolis tomorrow to see if your guess is correct! The cheetah has a … :), Thanks for joining the discussion, sean! Cheetahs are extremely fast! Keep WONDERing! We hope not! I am the second fastest girl on my soccer team. The rest of us are a whole lot slower. Hi WONDEROPOLIS ! THEY'RE MY FAVORITE ANIMAL. If you haven't I think you should try to because that is a cool wonder to wonder!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Over a long-distance, humans can outrun cheetahs. Wow! As fast as cheetahs are, it is difficult for these big cats to outrun the threats their species faces. How Often Do Incidents With Cheetahs Occur? Thank you for visiting today's Wonder of the Day®! It's difficult to say what color eyes you'll have if you have red hair - you could have brown, blue or green! At the Summer Olympics, you’ll see lots of fast human beings racing each other. This feature gives cheetahs extra grip when chasing prey. We would love to see one run in person someday (safely protected behind some steel bars, though). Thanks for visiting WONDERopolis. If you have, you've probably had a more interesting race than you anticipated! Great explanation, great article. Have you ever seen one, Handrl? You don’t have to be the quickest to grow fast. Over the course of an hour, the cheetah will go very short distances. Way to go, guys! The great Olympian can reach a top speed of 27 mph, which is faster than a lot of animals. Other adaptations include large lungs, wide nostrils, large arteries, and large heart that allow the have sufficient oxygen in the muscles. :-), We think cheetahs are AMAZING, too, Chelsea! I think it's very interesting that cheetahs can run up to 67 miles per hour in 3 seconds. We're glad you liked this Wonder, too! Dear Wonderopolis, Wonder 2011: How Does the Basilisk Lizard Run Run On Water? You made me WONDER what cheetahs eat. :( my question was what eye couler do you get if you have red hair? Only he had a head start so not quite fair :) By: Peter Larson. Cheetahs are the fastest land animal in the world, yet humans can outrun them in distance. The short answer is yes. Too fast for us! Bears as well. Their 4-legs are like motors of power and straight, their jaws, strong enough to brake a hard ball, and they never give up, their hearts and lungs very powerful, and they are the best dogs I ever had. :). 70 mph, But Can’t Outrun Extinction. So compare this to a cheetah who may maintain top speed for 12 seconds with a twenty minute rest. They sure are WONDERful! Humans, I mean actual humans in their natural environment, can outrun a horse over long distances. P.S. Thanks for letting us know about the stars. :-), We have lots of Wonder Friends whose first names are Jared and Dori, Jewelle! Whats the second fastest land animal? We think they are AMAZING, too! We're glad you liked this Wonder! They have Cross Country, Track, Winter Running Club, etc. I think tomorrow's wonder of the day is about the Titanic or just ships. We have a cool page on the San Diego Zoo's website that has more detailed information about cheetahs and what they eat. We can't wait to hear about what you learn! A cheetah can only maintain top speed for a few seconds, and then it requires a long session of rest. We hope you have a SUPER weekend, filled with WONDERing! Isn't it great we can all have different opinions?!? “Most crocodiles can achieve 12–14kph for short periods,” says crocodile specialist Adam Britton, “which is slower than a fit human can run. Your Wonder Friend, Few would likely say humans. I learned that humans are at the top of the food chain. However, a horse can reach a top speed of 55 mph, so if the race is long enough, the horse will win. Hi wonderopolis can a cheetah outrun a human? Become humble while there is still time. Congratulations on first place, Desi! We think it would be cool to see one running in the wild (as long as we weren't too close to it!). Paige ;). Observe other life far superior than you, and perceive the higher force all around. Our “sustainable distance” is also hard to beat. Humans can’t outrun Cheetahs over a short distance, but they can outrun them over a long distance. North America's Fastest Land Animal Can Outrun a Cheetah By. We hope you'll do some more research of your own with the help of the Internet and library! I ❤️ Cheetahs!!!! #1308 What Determines the Color of Your Eyes? I never new cheetahs were this fast!! GREAT JOB! We’re the fastest most durable animal when it comes to running for miles. The top speed of a top athlete, who has trained specifically to be fast over many years, is about 40 km/h, and they can only keep it up for about 10 seconds. :) :), Thank you for taking the time to visit Wonderopolis and learning about cheetahs today, Caitlin. Climate change. These allow them to breathe in more oxygen when running. We're blown away! Cheetahs are the fastest land animal in the world, yet humans can outrun them in distance. Habitat loss, conflict with humans, and the illegal wildlife trade have caused cheetah populations to plummet by 90%. :), Thank you for sharing what you learned, David! :), Thanks for sharing what you've learned about big cats, Monkey Geek! Cheetahs have spots that are unique to each animal, like fingerprints that are uncommon in humans. Today's Wonder of the Day went by really fast, didn't it? Cubs may approach a human out of curiosity as a kitten would. Distribution Of Cheetahs. So compare this to a cheetah who may maintain top speed for 12 seconds with a twenty minute rest. Now that’s fast! The delightful coat of the Cheetah is another reason why poaching occurs. Cheetahs also have large nostrils. We think that is a GREAT thing to WONDER about! You’ve matched all of the definitions correctly. Their historical range was in areas such as the coastal areas of Aral and Caspian seas, Arabian and Mediterranean peninsula, Central India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. More surprisingly, the humans who compete in Llanwrtyd Wells aren’t elite racers. They can outrun any animal. Yay! Not in sprints over short distances, but over long distances, such as in marathons. You might also find more information about cheetahs in Wonder #807: How Big Do Cats Get? Thank you for leaving us a comment to let us know that! Check out the "A quick meal" section: http://www.sandiegozoo.org/animalbytes/t-cheetah.html. He set the world record in the 100-meter dash in 2009 with a blistering time of only 9.58 seconds. We hope you had a GREAT Wednesday! A cheetah’s explosive speed can take it from 0 to over 62 miles per hour in just three seconds. I wonder if any human will become as fast as a cheetah! There's the cheetah, of course, but also horses, ostriches, greyhounds, grizzly bears, kangaroos, wild … Cheetahs: Unable to Outrun Danger. We sent you SMS, for complete subscription please reply. By. All maps, graphics, flags, photos and original descriptions © 2020 worldatlas.com, Cheetah Population Worldwide: Important Facts And Figures, • Cheetahs can sprint at top speeds of up to 75 mph, • The fastest human sprinter averages about 23.35 mph, • The global population of Cheetah is fewer than 7,000. :), Hi, Wonder Friend! We WONDER if the human would be able to keep up at all with the cheetah, or if the cheetah would blow past the human in no time! Ready to learn a few interesting cheetah facts? Please read the sidebar below for our rules. Having four legs over two has its advantages. Thank you. I love cheetahs and think they are sooo cute! Scientists estimate that cheetahs can run at top speed for up to 1600 feet (about 500 meters). Cheetah spots are part of the way these animals hide from their prey. Do you guys love animals too? Humans are slow runners compared to cheetahs. If they're up for a race, go for it! The name cheetah is a Hindu word meaning “painted” or “adorned.” Cheetahs have slender bodies, deep chests, and long thin legs. -a tragedy of the human mind. Can anyone confirm these numbers? It would be fun. Conflict with humans. Don’t miss our special deals, gifts and promotions. Thanks for WONDERing with us! not unless the human can run over 100 miles an hour....does that mean a human can catch a cheetah (they have been clocked at 70 miles an hour for … Elite human runners, however, can sustain speeds up to 6.5 meters per second. Wild cheetah do not interact with humans, generally. They're really cool! Very informative. Good Morning Wonderopolis! SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO PUFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Regardless of your speed and finesse, no human can dodge a bullet at close range. We think you'll enjoy these Wonders of the Day! Hi there! What do you think? :), Hi Graeme! They are just amazing. We think you are a SUPER Wonder Friend for visiting today's Wonder of the Day® and learning about cheetahs with us! We've got a Wonder all about that exact question-- check it out (you're already in the right spot)! Can a human outrun a lion? That's an AWESOME question! It was a good video and really funny. We're super glad you had fun learning some cool new facts about cheetahs with us today! Most animals with four legs can easily beat humans with their two legs! How does the tail help it steer sharp turns? So compare this to a cheetah who may maintain top speed for 12 seconds with a twenty minute rest. :-D. So cool, cheetahs rock. Thanks for WONDERing with us! hi peaps i like cats if you have one please give me a cheatah i love them ps wonderopolis i gave you a 5 star meow i love the story i want to have a chettah because your meyazing . It can only run for around 20 to 60 seconds over a maximum distance of 1,640ft (500m). Humans have encroached on their habitats for settlement, development, and agriculture. We're glad you enjoyed this Wonder of the Day! Thanks for WONDERing with us!! #1108 Are Ligers Real? Updated on: 12 Dec 2019 by Mahak Jalan. Here are some things I learned from today's Wonder. The video is not about a cheetah racing a human. When it comes to fast acceleration, nothing on two or four legs can beat a cheetah. I think you are wrong CHEETAS are the fastest land animal humans are maybe second. You told me more about cheetahs than I ever knew. Humans can’t outrun Cheetahs over a short distance, but they can outrun them over a long distance. Thanks for the link! We are WONDERing if the Peragon Falcon is the fastest animal in the sky???? :). :), It's incredible to imagine a cheetah running that fast, isn't it Zoe? Their endangerment is largely due to the loss of their habitat, conflict with humans and other cats, and low genetic diversity. :). From, :), You're in luck, Wonder Friend Abanoub! For real. Megan Taylor Morrison. The illegal wildlife trade. That's very interesting! Explore. It is an active day hunter except those found in scorching areas that prefer hunting at sunset to escape the high temperature. :-), Hi, Tyler! The cheetah can outrun even the fastest animals, such as gazelles and hares. Can you please change the video? And I think humans could not out run Cheetahs!!! We think cheetahs are super fast, super incredible, super cool and super WONDERful! Why Can’t Humans Run As Fast As Cheetahs? Mar 25, 2015 - Can a Human Outrun a Cheetah? Over a long-distance, humans can outrun cheetahs. After a few weeks, time yourself again and see how much you have improved! #cheetahs are beast. :-), Hello there, "Wonder!" Thanks so much for sharing your comment with us today...it ROCKS! Ava, hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii cheetahs are the best ! Thank you so much for sharing your comment and your love of cheetahs with everyone in Wonderopolis today! :), Welcome, diamanee! We are undergoing some spring clearing site maintenance and need to temporarily disable the commenting feature. Thank you for sharing. Mar 25, 2015 - Can a Human Outrun a Cheetah? The video shows the cheetah in his natural habitat! Elite human runners, however, can sustain speeds up to 6.5 meters per second. We liked the video and seeing how fast the cheetah can catch its prey. Thanks for WONDERing with us, Abbie! Bears as well. Thanks for sharing your WONDERful comment with us today...we appreciate you! The world’s biggest bird is … Graham By now, you know that you're not going to beat a cheetah in a race. Do you have any pets? Dear Wonderopolis That is very fast!! A human who can run at 6 miles per hour can do so for 10 minutes or more with a 2 minute rest. We're glad you had fun exploring this Wonder! I wish we could out run them. I like, Who's at the top of the food chain? By: reno. Great job, Austin, and all the other paper plane pilots in your class! If so, you know that it is a large member of the feline (cat) family. Thanks for commenting! Other features that make cheetahs achieve incredible speeds include flattened ribs cages, small head, and lean legs that minimizes air resistance. Also, we did our paper airplane challenge yesterday and Austin was our champion. :), Great question, Emma! Thank you for letting us know you liked it, and THANKS for telling us what you would like to see more of when you visit Wonderopolis! Do you have a video about the fastest animal on the planet? Extend the race to a regulation 26.2-mile course in the Serengeti heat with world-class athletes, and humans would outrun every animal but one. It was super interesting to learn about their big nostrils that help them take in large amounts of air when they run, too! I wonder how fast a panther can run! I am really fast too and I got a first place time in track for the 100 meter dash with a time of 9.55 and i have never got that fast. At least, in the long run. The fastest world record of a cheetah was attained by a female Cheetah named Sarah aged 11 years living in Cincinnati Zoo in 2012. We don't, but you can submit a wonder through the website! Cheetahs have a skill that no other big cat has, find out what that is in our Animal A-Z section. Were you working on a specific project when you were researching this information? Scientists have identified several features that help the animal achieve such amazing speeds. Animals. Thanks for visiting this Wonder of the Day® and leaving us a comment to let us know what you think about cheetahs! They are now found in 6% of their previous habitat range in East Africa. In fact, humans can outrun any animal in a marathon. New research has suggested that you might actually stand a chance of escaping a rampaging T. rex. I didn't like this video because the video doesn't show anything that gives it proof. If so, take them to a local park or the backyard and get some exercise together. Jack wanted to say that he loved watching and learning about the Cheetah! I think tomorrow's wonder is about balloons/helium, or like Grace S. said, rice. We didn't know that the fastest person on earth can go 23 miles per hour. I got first place at a track meet at 9.56 seconds for the 100-meter dash. Hi Wonderopolis I'm having so much fun on Wonderopolis. https://www.wonderopolis.org/wonder/do-animals-play-hide-and-seek/, and even more about cheetahs with the help of our friends at National Geographic: http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/animals/creaturefeature/cheetah/ :), We love your enthusiasm, Wonder Friend Basil! If you keep it up, perhaps you'll compete in running competitions when you're older! Can They Interact Safely With Humans? When I want to go fast I give myself CHEETAH POWER! The cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world. Tomorrow's Wonder of the Day was designed just for you! Updated on: 12 Dec 2019 by Mahak Jalan. We agree! :), Aren't they spectacular creatures, Okello? :-), Hi, Aparajita! I love them! SCIENCE — Life Science. But they can go that fast in short bursts that can cover up to 1,600 feet or more. Today, there are approximately 10,000 cheetahs left in the wild. Dear Wonderopolis, . Now, these iconic cats are closer to extinction than ever before—if we don’t speed up our efforts to save them, we’ll lose cheetahs forever. A cheetah is an organic creature that can sustain itself to travel for however far it would like to without stopping. In the past, Cheetahs were found across the world. We look forward to WONDERing with you again soon! Here's a great place to start: http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/animals/creaturefeature/cheetah/ :), Hey there, Maria! Lynx. Cheetahs also have a flexible hip with free moving shoulder blade. Happy WONDERing! Cheetahs are SUPER fast! :-), It makes us so super happy to hear that you loved exploring today's Wonder, Arielle! I'm pulling from memory, but I remember this being fun to research. Though we don't have any cheetahs, and we think they'd be happier in their natural habitat anyway, we're so glad to have you as our Wonder Friend! I liked the video but have the Cheetah and a human ever raced? Talk to ya later ! :), Thanks for sharing what you learned, Adsur! Crazy fast! It was awesome please put more and more cheetah videos, please. :), WOW, Trollolol! We think it's great that you're thinking about different ways to test the Wonder! Can you outrun a bullet? We're so glad that you loved this Wonder!! Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Hayden from AL. Thanks for making learning fun. i wish there were more cat or big cat or any cat wonders! This helps them circulate oxygen throughout their bodies more efficiently. Shutterstock. Ostrich. You don’t have to be the quickest to grow fast. We appreciate you sharing that with us! Pronghorn could finish a … According to scientists, the top speed of a cheetah is 75 mph. It sounds like exercising is super important for you and your classmates...that's AWESOME! Article from wonderopolis.org. In fact, it’s about as fast as the world’s most expensive sports cars can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour. A cheetah weighs between 75 and 125 pounds and has a slender body built for speed. :), We're really glad you liked the video for this Wonder of the Day® about how fast cheetahs can run, William! I bet I'm faster than a cheetah aka fast kid in school. Although Cheetah is so fast sprinting like a racing car, it cannot maintain these speeds for long. :-), We like that you are WONDERing about rice, Grace! Bye!!!!!!! Wild cheetahs are territorial and highly protective of their young. I think tomorrows is a ship wreck. :), They are AWESOME, Wonder Friend! A cheetah can only maintain top speed for a few seconds, and then it requires a long session of rest. I meant to give you 4 stars, but my finger was too wobbly so I pressed 3 instead. Thanks for letting us know, Sara!! I love cheetas. r/videos: The best place for video content of all kinds. Most animals can outrun humans in a sprint. We had an AMAZING time making and flying our own planes. :-), We think it's GREAT that today's Wonder is one of your favorites, Ally! That’s three times faster than the top running speed for a human which is about 36kph (22mph)! :), Hi, Michel! Mar 25, 2015 - Can a Human Outrun a Cheetah? Thanks for WONDERing with us! Cheetas are faster than Bolt the dog. Thanks for being AWESOME! No! ;). As they’re running, cheetahs use their tails to help maintain their balance and steer when sharp turns are necessary! Now they are less than 7,000. We had SO MUCH FUN watching the cheetahs in the video run..we wish we could run that fast! Then, over the course of a few weeks, stretch and exercise several times a week. I also got a 6 minute 29 second mile in track too. :-), We bet it would be hard to beat Snowy and Ramona on many levels, Carlos! Check out this Wonder to you learn more about an animal that is black, white and certainly smelly! I love your video about Can a Human Out Run a Cheetah? Adi N 35/M/London When it comes to speed in the animal kingdom, cheetahs are undoubtedly king. We never thought about the fact that the fastest human has the last name, "Bolt." Interested in sharing Wonderopolis® every day? Have a great day. We think it'd probably depend on how hungry the cheetah was. By, Even cheetahs’ tails help them run faster and turn quickly by acting like the rudder of a ship. A Cheetah can attain a top speed of between 65 mph and 75 mph with the ability to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in only three seconds. In fact, humans can outrun any animal in a marathon. For comparison with the other fastest land animal, cheetahs can reach speeds of over 60 mph but only for sprints of about 700 yards. It's GREAT when we're learning and having fun at the same time! :-). You can find cheetahs throughout most of Africa and parts of the Middle East. :-), Hello, Parker! Cheetahs also have long tails that serve as rudders to stabilize and steer the animal. It's so much fun to think of the different places animals live, how they spend their time and what they do every day! 3. In only two seconds, it reaches a speed of 47 mph. Cheetahs tails can make them run faster and turn quickly by acting like the rudder of a ship. Not even usain bolt can! It is a great topic to WONDER about! I thought that tigers are the largest cat in the cat family. :), WOHOO, we all LOVE to Wonder about different animals here at Wonderopolis, Shane! Cheetahs can live an average of 8-12 years in captivity, which means they are not in the wild. Agreed. The cheetah can outrun even the fastest animals, such as gazelles and hares. I like it because it is awesome. Cheetahs are the fastest land animal. Today's wonder was really cool, I liked learning about how fast cheetahs are. So maybe you should set your sights on competing with some slower animals. The estimated populations of cheetahs were about 100,000 a century ago. At some point, every bullet will eventually hit the ground and come to a stop. :), Hello, idk! Check these out: Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs can purr but cannot roar. :-), Cheetah Power sounds like a WONDERful way to go fast, Fiona! The CHEETAH robot will reportedly have four legs, a flexible spine, an articulated head/neck, and perhaps a tail. The skeleton operates like a spring that stores and releases energy. :), That's a great question, Gracie! We'd love to hear from you! They sound like a pair of AWESOME Wonder dogs! Besides, cheetahs have a remarkably flexible spine. The list of animals that can outsprint us is embarrassing. Don't worry if you come in second place. We bet they would be happy to know that you appreciate them as much as you do cheetahs! Scientists estimate that cheetahs can reach speeds between 70-75 miles per hour. Play chase and see if you can beat them in a race. It provides counter balance so that the body doesn't tip over while taking tight turns. WOW ! Hi Wonderopolis, Humans can not out run cheetahs. #ego #humility #creator #spirituality #life. However, their populations have plummeted, and they are now found sparsely in different parts of Africa. Thanks so much for posting. In the past, Cheetahs were found across the world. 1) Cheetah, 93 km per hour :), We're not sure, Danny, but it certainly seems possible sometime in history! A human who can run at 6 miles per hour can do so for 10 minutes or more with a 2 minute rest. The adult T-Rex was probably more of a scavenger than a predator. #766-- When Will Pigs Fly? Always keep WONDERing! The fastest humans can hit almost 25 mph - but that is a sprint, and like the cheetah no human could keep that up for very long. They have super strong muscles and traction claws which can throw them upto 80 kms an hour in short bursts compared to about 25- 35 kmph for an avg. We thought it was interesting to learn that the fastest human can't even come close to being as fast as a cheetah! I never knew a cheetah could run that fast. we all know that for sure i am telling you right know a" cheetah is the fastest animal on land a very fast animal but hear this joke a cheetah can not out run me i am the fastest black american girl in the whole universe no body can out run me i am serious i run track every day ever since i was 6 years old i started running track im just playing but i am fast. How Dangerous Is Mount Everest’s Death Zone? Want to add a little wonder to your website? https://www.wonderopolis.org/wonder/why-do-skunks-stink/ :), We hope you have a Happy WONDERing Day too Olivia :), It's FUN to WONDER how fast humans could become in the future with all of the specialized training and advances in technology, isn't it, Abhi? Or maybe about a famous shipwreck? Hi, I'm 4 years and I love cheetahs. :), WOW, you must be a SUPER runner, Isaac! The part I found the most interesting was that cheetahs can run more than 70 miles per hour. Very fast! Shane Thanks for sharing your comment with us...we hope you guys are enjoying the summer so far! Achieving top speeds of approximately 70 mph or 112 kmph, these magnificent creatures can outrun Usain Bolt any day. Well, nearly any animal that is. 2014–2020 © National Center for Families Learning, http://www.wonderopolis.org/wonder/can-a-human-outrun-a-cheetah, © National Center for Families Learning (NCFL), Hey thanks for showing the animals it adorble and fun to learn about, no of course not why is that even a question unless its a fast robot. This is Why You Can't Outrun a Cheetah. This is because cheetahs, unlike true “big cats” like … Thanks for letting us know! One of the greatest threats facing cheetahs today is their habitat loss. Over short distances, we can’t outrun many animals. Cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world that belongs to the cat family. Most animals can outrun humans in a sprint. :-), You're absolutely right, Caelah! We're so glad you're reading as much as you can about cheetahs-- your book must be SUPER! Currently, the world’s fastest human being is Jamaican Usain Bolt. TWODR! Cheetah. Their hearts and lungs are also larger than other cats of similar size. 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