When wildlife travelers (particularly safari fans) discuss the fastest animals in the world, a particular cat from the small cat lineage (Felinae) almost always enters the conversation: the cheetah.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cheetahs are built for speed, capable of reaching more than 60 miles per hour in short bursts, making them the fastest land animal ...

Speed in the animal kingdom comes in many forms, from powerful land sprints to lightning-fast dives beneath the waves. Whether it's in the air, on land, or through water, each species has evolved in ...