I think people naturally root for the underdog, so perhaps that’s why Pobe, a 7-year-old female cheetah quickly became my favourite big cat on Xudum island. Cheetahs are quite literally ...

In the world of big cats, the leopard, cheetah, and jaguar each bring their own unique traits and extraordinary adaptations to the wild. While all share the title of "feline royalty," they stand out ...

The Mara's lush vegetation is useful in other ways, too. At an average of 54kg, the cheetah is the smallest of the big cats (and is classified in a separate genus – Acinonyx compared to Panthera ...

The Fast and the Furry—Cheetah Quiz, Part 1 Sure, it's the fastest animal on land. But there's a lot more to the cheetah than just raw speed. See how much you know about this spotted hunter.

The Fast and the Furry—Cheetah Quiz, Part 2 Sure, it's the fastest animal on land. But there's a lot more to the cheetah than just raw speed. See how much you know about this spotted hunter.

Sure, your cat is special, but it's not as special as a cheetah. You might argue that it's unfair to compare the two, but in ...