10 Animals That Outpace the Lion's Roar

Zee Media Bureau
Dec 26, 2023

Cheetah

The cheetah, indisputably the fastest land animal, takes the lead in our list. With speeds reaching up to 75 miles per hour.

Pronghorn

Native to North America, the pronghorn holds the title of the fastest land mammal in the Western Hemisphere. Capable of reaching speeds up to 55 miles per hour

Springbok

Hailing from the plains of Southern Africa, the springbok showcases impressive agility and speed. Known for its distinctive pronking behavior, this antelope can reach speeds of 60 miles per hour

Greyhound

Man's best friend also makes its mark on the list. Greyhounds, bred for their exceptional speed, can reach up to 45 miles per hour.

Wildebeest

Wildebeests, part of the great migration across the African plains, are known for their endurance and speed. While not as fast as the cheetah, they can reach speeds of 50 miles per hour

Ostrich

The largest and fastest bird on the planet, the ostrich is a master of speed. With a top speed of 45 miles per hour.

Blackbuck

Native to the Indian subcontinent, the blackbuck is a graceful antelope capable of reaching speeds up to 50 miles per hour.

Kangaroo

Hopping into the list is the kangaroo, known for its distinctive mode of transportation. With powerful hind legs, kangaroos can reach speeds of 40 miles per hour

Hare

The humble hare, often underestimated, can be surprisingly speedy. With quick bursts of acceleration, some hare species can reach speeds of 45 miles per hour.

Horse

Completing our list is the horse, a domesticated companion that has been a crucial part of human history. With various breeds capable of reaching speeds exceeding 40 miles per hour

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