A well-trained athlete can reach a speed of 45 km / h, while most of us run no faster than 30 km / h. In terms of running, man is by no means the king of nature. Many animals are able to move much faster.
Today we offer Top 10 fastest animals in the world. It included only the inhabitants of land, although it is worth noting that there are champions on the water and in the air. So, a sailing fish can swim at a speed of 110 km / h, and a peregrine falcon dives for prey, demonstrating 90 km / h.
10. Hyena (speed - 60 km / h)
This predator is common in Africa, India and the Middle East. An impressive speed allows hyenas to hunt even fast and large animals such as zebra and wildebeest. In one sitting, a predator can eat up to 15 kg of meat.
9. Gray fox (speed - 65 km / h)
This species from the wolf family lives in northern Canada, in the United States and Central America. The gray fox not only runs fast, but also cleverly climbs trees. Her prey is rabbits, birds and small rodents.
8. Coyote (speed - 65 km / h)
Coyote is almost omnivorous and extremely unpretentious. The basis of the diet is animal food: hares, meadow dogs, ground squirrels, small rodents, raccoons, ferrets and beavers, as well as birds and insects. Coyote swims well, catches fish and frogs. In the fall eats fruits and berries. Occasionally attacks small livestock, rummaging through garbage.
7. Elk (speed 72 km / h)
Large and strong moose does not often become the prey of predators, and catching it at this speed is not easy. Sukhaty is the largest representative of the deer family. The moose not only runs perfectly, but also swims well. On a day, these animals travel 10-15 km in search of food.
6. Thompson Gazelle (speed - 80 km / h)
The gazelle got its name in honor of researcher Joseph Thompson. The main enemy of the gazelle is the swift cheetah. Therefore, in order to have any chance of salvation, she needs the ability to run fast. Unlike his pursuer, Thompson's gazelle can quickly run for quite some time.
5. Lion (speed - 80 km / h)
Lionesses take care of most of the food pride in the pride. But if necessary, then the lions without problems drive the attractive victim. By the way, the lion is the hardest among all the participants in our high-speed Top-10.
4. Kulan (speed - 70 km / h)
As a rule, these equids are unhurried and may even seem lazy. But in a moment of danger, the animal develops speed, allowing you to get away from more predators.
3. Wildebeest (speed - 80 km / h)
These antelopes are a favorite treat of lions. Therefore, nature has endowed them with such outstanding running abilities. By the way, unlike a heavy lion, a wildebeest can easily carry its light body over much longer distances.
2. Pronghorn (pronghorn antelope) (speed - 100 km / h)
And this antelope is most often attacked by cheetahs. Naturally, competing with such a lightning hunter is not easy. The advantage of a pronghorn is its hardy heart, which allows it to escape even when the predator is already exhausted.
1. Cheetah (speed - 120 km / h)
The fastest animal in the world from among those living on land. True, the cheetah is not able to run for a long time at such a speed, but most often a few seconds is enough to drive the prey. To a record 120 km / h, the cheetah accelerates in just 3 seconds. But before 100 km / h in just 2.6-2.8 seconds.
