77- 143 pounds. Scientists believe that cheetahs originated in southern Asia. A very few can still be found there and in the Middle East, but today most cheetahs live on the vast plains of Africa. The cheetah is the fastest animal on land, reaching speeds of sixty to seventy miles an hour over short distances. The gestation period for the female is three month after which three to six cubs are born.
Cheetahs usually live alone.
Once in a while males will travel with two or three other cheetahs. The cheetahs communicate by marking trees, termit mounds, and shrubs with their waste. Life span is from ten to twelve years in the wild. Importance of the Cheetah Humans are taught to fear predators. We are taught that they are violent, dangerous, and will kill for no reason.