The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus)'s an atypical member of the cat family (Felidae) that's unique in its speed, while lacking climbing abilities. Therefore it's placed in its own genus, Acinonyx. It's the fastest land animal, reaching speeds between in short bursts covering distances up to, and has the ability to accelerate from 0 to in three seconds, faster than most supercars. Recent studies confirm the cheetah's status as fastest land animal. The word "cheetah"'s derived from the Sanskrit word… (More on Cheetahs)