Top 10 fastest animals in the world

A well-trained athlete can reach speeds of 45 km / h, and 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 includes only land dwellers, 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 widespread in Africa, India and the Middle East. The impressive speed allows hyenas to hunt even such fast and large animals 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 of the wolf family lives in northern Canada, the United States and Central America. The gray fox not only runs fast, but also deftly climbs trees. Rabbits, birds and small rodents become its prey.

8. Coyote (speed - 65 km / h)

The American wolf is almost omnivorous and extremely unpretentious. The diet is based on animal food: hares, prairie dogs, ground squirrels, small rodents, raccoons, ferrets and beavers, as well as birds and insects. Coyote swims well, catches fish and frogs. Eats fruits and berries in autumn. Occasionally attacks small livestock, rummages in garbage.

7. Elk (speed 72 km / h)

Large and strong elk do not often fall prey to predators, and it is not easy to catch up with it at such a speed. Sokhaty is the largest representative of the deer family. The moose not only runs well, but also swims well. These animals walk 10-15 km a day in search of food.

6. Gazelle Thompson (speed - 80 km / h)

Gazelle got its name in honor of the explorer Joseph Thompson. The main enemy of the gazelle is the swift cheetah. Therefore, in order to have any chance of escape, she needs to be able to run fast. Unlike its pursuer, Thompson's gazelle can run fast for quite a long time.

5. Lion (speed - 80 km / h)

Most of the worries about getting food in the pride are taken by lionesses. But if necessary, then the lions drive away the vending victim without any problems. By the way, the lion is the heaviest 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 a speed that allows it to escape from a larger number of predators.

3. Wildebeest (speed - 80 km / h)

These antelopes are a favorite treat for lions. Therefore, nature has endowed them with such outstanding running abilities. By the way, unlike the heavy lion, the wildebeest can easily carry its light body over much longer distances.

2. Pronghorn (pronghorn antelope) (speed - 100 km / h)

And this antelope is more likely than others to be attacked by cheetahs. Naturally, competing with such a lightning-fast hunter is not easy. The advantage of the pronghorn is its hardy heart, which allows it to run 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, a cheetah is not able to run for a long time at such a speed, but most often a few seconds are enough to drive the prey. The cheetah accelerates to a record 120 km / h in just 3 seconds. But before 100 km / h in just 2.6-2.8 seconds.