7 Fastest Land Animals On The Planet

Zee Media Bureau
Feb 19, 2024

Cheetah

Capable of reaching speeds up to 75 miles per hour (120 kilometers per hour), the cheetah is renowned for its incredible acceleration and agility.

Pronghorn

Often cited as the second-fastest land animal, pronghorns can reach speeds of around 55 miles per hour (88 kilometers per hour).

Quarter Horse

Specifically bred for speed, quarter horses are known for their burst of acceleration. They can reach speeds up to 55 miles per hour (88 kilometers per hour) for short distances.

Springbok

Springboks are agile antelopes capable of reaching speeds of about 55 miles per hour (88 kilometers per hour).

Blackbuck

Known for their speed and agility, blackbucks can run at speeds up to 50 miles per hour (80 kilometers per hour).

Lion

While not as fast as some of the other animals on the list, lions can reach speeds of around 50 miles per hour (80 kilometers per hour) for short bursts.

Wildebeest

Wildebeests are not among the fastest land animals, but they can reach speeds of approximately 50 miles per hour (80 kilometers per hour) when needed.

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