Though you wouldn’t think it possible at speeds of over 70 miles per hour, cheetahs have the ability to virtually turn on a dime. The secret is in its claws - a cheetah is one of only four species of cats that lack fully-retractable claws. This extra traction, in addition to a long tail that functions as a balance, allows the deadly hunter to have supreme mobility in stalking its prey.
More cheetah facts here.
More cheetah facts here.
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