Schleich 14746 Figurine Female Cheetah Toy

Cheetahs are excellent hunters. First of all they approach their prey very carefully until they are within a few metres, then when the time is right, they run at lightning speed. If the fleeing prey suddenly changes direction, the Cheetah can simply turn its body mid-leap. Its flexible spine makes this possible. However, if they have no success after a few hundred metres, they have to give up. The high speed is so energy-sapping, they can only keep it up for a short distance.

• Scientific name: Acinonyx jubatus
• Global home: Africa
• Conservation status: Vulnerable
• Primary habitat: Hot Desert, Temperate Desert, Temperate Grassland
• Hand-painted with detailed modelling and attention to detail
• Allows children to learn as they play
• Dimensions: 3.8" (W) x 1.5" (D) x 2.4" (H).

Fun fact

• Cheetahs are perfectly adapted to the savannah. They only need to drink water every three to four days.