How Do Cheetahs Catch Their Prey

How Do Cheetahs Catch Their Prey?

Cheetahs stalk as close as possible to their prey and initiate the high-speed chase once they are close enough. They trip the prey with their dew claw and then they kill it with a stranglehold to the neck.

How long does it take for a cheetah to catch prey?

Activity. While cheetahs can reach remarkable speeds, they cannot sustain a high speed chase for very long. They must catch their prey in 30 seconds or less as they cannot maintain maximum speeds for much longer.

Sarah Jenkins

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