wierd_world on Instagram: "The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is the world's fastest land animal, uniquely adapted for high-speed hunts across the African savanna and parts of Iran. Unlike other big cats, the cheetah possesses a lean body, long legs, and a flexible spine that allows for a stride length of up to seven meters. Its physical build is entirely specialized for sprinting; it features "semi-retractable" claws that act like running spikes for traction, and a long, muscular tail that serves a

⠀ on Instagram: "Cheetah, the fastest member of the cat family and the only living representative of the Acinonyx genus. Scientific name: Acinonyx jubatus. Its body is slim, long, and built for pure speed. With light bones, a deep chest, and long legs, the cheetah is the ultimate sprinter of the animal kingdom. Unlike other big cats, its claws don’t fully retract, which gives it better grip while running. Its long, muscular tail works like a steering tool, helping it make sharp turns at high spe