Cheetah Tales at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
7 Month old Baby Kiburi -- May 21, 2011
Long and lanky, cheetahs are the sprinters of the cat world. Their bodies are uniquely designed to run very fast for fairly short distances, allowing them to catch prey that other big cats can't get.
The cheetahs' ability to run starts with their flexible spine, which allows their front legs to stretch far forward on each stride. Their claws are hard and sharp like cleats, giving them great traction when they run.
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