International Cheetah Day Dec 4, 2025

International Cheetah Day

High atop a termite mound in the Maasai Mara National Reserve—a protected savanna in southwestern Kenya—a cheetah scans the plains. Its sleek body can reach speeds of up to 70 mph, making it the fastest land mammal on Earth. Long legs and a flexible spine allow incredible acceleration, while its strong tail helps maintain balance during high-speed chases. Today is International Cheetah Day—an event that couldn"t have arrived any quicker. With fewer than 7,100 individuals left in the wild, these are among Africa"s most vulnerable big cats.

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Dec 4, 2019Protecting endangered giants
Dec 4, 2020Protecting wildlife today and tomorrow
Dec 4, 2021Cheetah mother and cub
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