Africa A to Z Facts!: Day #3: "C"

It continues! My friends, let's get into our next letter:

C is for...Cheetah!

*The Cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world (top running speeds being 60-70mph).
*Cheetahs weigh between 77-143lbs (that's lighter than a baby grand piano).
*Cheetahs are actually classified as a "vulnerable" species of conservation.
*Cheetahs may be wild animals, but they actually can be domesticated.
*As far back as Ancient Egypt, depicts hieroglyphics of Pharos and other royalty with leashed cheetahs, used for hunting purposes.
*Cheetahs are often solitary animals, primarily coming together during mating season or when vying for territories (with the exception of Mother/cub groups).