Blink and You’ll Miss It: 10 Fastest Things on Earth

Fastest Land Animal – Cheetah

Top speed: 68-75 mph

It’s pretty obvious: Cheetahs are super speedy. They can dash short distances at speeds of 68-74 mph, and they can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 3 seconds, which is quicker than most cars! Just to compare, they’re a bit faster than pronghorns, which can run up to 55 mph.

Cheetahs are officially the fastest animals on land, clocking in at speeds between 80 to 120 km/h (50 to 75 mph). The fastest recorded speeds for cheetahs are around 93 to 98 km/h (58 to 61 mph).

Their super speed comes from their special body features, like their slim body, long legs, and a really long tail. These help them run like the wind!