Cheetahs are the fastest land animals within the globe. Due to their slim bodies and powerful, longer feet, they can accelerate up to 120 km/h in just a few seconds. Cheetahs are excellent hunters. To begin with they approach their prey meticulously until they become within a few metres, then when the time is right, they run at lightning speed. If the fleeing prey suddenly changes direction, the Cheetah can simply turn its body mid-leap. Its versatile spine renders this possible. However, whether they have no success after a couple of hundred metres, they need to give up. The high speed is so energy-sapping, they can only keep it for a short distance.Cheetahs is perfectly adapted to the savannah. They only require to drink water every three to four days.
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- Dimensions: 6.5L x 9.8W x 3.4H cm
- Contents: A Schleich Female Cheetah
- Batteries Not Required