August 17
THE DISCOVERY CHANNEL
“The Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is an atypical member of the cat family (Felidae) that hunts by speed rather than by stealth or pack tactics. It is the fastest of all terrestrial animals and can reach speeds of up to 62 mph in short bursts. The cheetah’s body is svelte and muscular, though it seems slender and almost fragile in build. Its chest is deep and its waist narrow. It has a small head and short muzzle, high-placed eyes, large nostrils for maximal oxygen intake, and small round ears. The fur of the cheetah is yellow with round black spots which help to camouflage it and black tear lines on the sides of the muzzle. The adult animal weighs from 90 to 140 pounds. Its total body length is from 45 in to 55 inches, while the tail can measure up to 33 inches. Cheetahs are not true big cats, as they can purr as they inhale, but cannot roar. When asked about this lack of intimidation factor, the cheetah said, ‘God, tell me about it. I’m like a joke out here!'” – Narrator
Huh? – Kiran