10 Fastest Animals In The World- Land, Air & Water

Peregrine Falcon

The peregrine falcon, also called the peregrine or duck hawk in North America, is the fastest bird, reaching 242 mph.

Golden Eagle

The golden eagle, an Accipitridae family member, is an exceptional bird of prey, reaching 199 to 200 mph.

Frigate Bird

Frigate birds, found mainly in tropical and subtropical regions, are among the fastest in the seabird family, reaching speeds of 95 miles per hour.

Spur-Winged Goose

This bird can achieve a maximum speed of 88 mph during flight. This is the fastest goose in the world

Cheetah

The fastest mammal on land, the cheetah can reach speeds of 60 or perhaps even 70 mph

Sailfish

The fastest fish in the ocean, Sailfish can reach speeds of 68 miles per hour.

Pronghorn Antelope

The pronghorn antelope is the fastest hoofed animal in North America and is capable of reaching speeds up to 60 mph

Marlin

Marlins are considered to be the second-fastest marine swimmers that can swim at a speed of 50 mph

Blue Wildebeest

The Blue Wildebeest, a broad-shouldered antelope from the Bovidae family, is the second fastest, reaching 50 mph

Brown Hare

The Brown hare is known for its long, black-tipped ears and fast running - it can reach speeds of 45mph when evading predators.

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