The cheetah is a large cat that lives in open grasslands and savannas in Africa and Asia. It is tan with black spots and weighs 110-140 pounds. Cheetahs can run up to 70 miles per hour, faster than any other animal. They mainly prey on smaller antelopes like gazelles and impalas. Cheetahs have long, muscular legs and a flexible spine that allows them to run at incredible speeds to catch their prey.