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What is the difference between cheetah and leopard

2023-12-19 20:37:52 69

Cheetahs and leopards are two different animals, and there are clear differences between them.

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus)

Appearance: Cheetahs usually have a thick body and a slender neck. Their characteristic signs are black spots on their bodies and a lighter belly.

Speed: Cheetahs are known for their incredible running speed. They are among the fastest animals on land and can reach speeds of approximately 112 kilometers per hour over short distances.

Habitat: Cheetahs are mainly found in semi-steppes and open areas in Africa and Western Asia.

Diet: Cheetahs mainly prey on a variety of smaller animals, such as antelopes, wild boars, bison and other small mammals.

Panthera pardus

Appearance: The leopard has a relatively short and compact body, which is covered with black spots. The spots are densely packed into a pattern, hence the name leopard.

Speed: Compared to cheetahs, leopards are not the fastest animals, but they are good at climbing trees and have high agility.

Habitat: Leopards are found in Africa, Asia and parts of the Middle East, living in a variety of habitats, including forests, swamps, grasslands and mountains.

Food habits: Leopards are polyphagous carnivores that feed on a variety of animals, including monkeys, birds, large insects, fish, and other small and medium-sized animals.

In general, although cheetahs and leopards differ in spot patterns, ecological environment and feeding habits, they are both cats, but the running speed of the cheetah is the most significant difference between the two.


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