International Cheetah Day: Interesting Facts About The Fastest Animal On Land

International Cheetah Day falls on December 4, and it aims to save the cheetah from extinction

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The fastest animal on land, the cheetah is a symbol of grace and power

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Its claws function like sprinting spikes, offering traction during rapid pursuits

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The occasion coincides with the day for wildlife conservation. These global days are an opportunity for people to pledge to protect animals from being harmed

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The day was founded in 2010 by the Cheetah Conservation Fund to raise awareness about their dwindling numbers

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The cheetah's extended tail functions like a rudder, enabling it to swiftly shift direction at high velocities

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Its hearts, lungs, and nasal passages have grown larger to accommodate their vigorous sprints

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