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Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) - Botswana #15192913
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The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is an a typical member of the cat family (Felidae) that is unique in its speed, while lacking climbing abilities. As such, it is placed in its own genus, Acinonyx. It is the fastest land animal, reaching speeds between 112 and 123 km/h (70 and 76 mph) in short bursts covering distances up to 460 m (1,500 ft), and has the ability to accelerate from 0 to 110 km/h (68 m