Cheetah By: Parker Sims
Classification and Description Acinonyx jubatas Mammal 31 in. tall, 5 ½ ft. long; 90-120 lbs. Cubs have mantle
Biome Africa and parts of Asia Grasslands 20-400 square miles Constantly on the move
Life Cycle 2-8 cubs Carnivore Impala, gazelles, springbok 7 to 10 years
Adaptations Fastest Mammal Wide nostrils, large lungs Black spots Sits on high places
Reasons for Endangered Status Humans Lions ,leopards Hunted for fur Can’t defend, dull claws
Conservation 10,000 Laws National parks Donate money
Fun Facts King cheetah Can’t climb trees Don’t attack humans Ancient Egyptians had for pets
Resources www.caveanddishcorporation.international wildlifeencyclopedia.com Middleton, Don. Cheetahs. Denis-Huot, Christine, Michel. The Cheetah. Squire, Ann. Cheetahs.