Cheetahs live in Africa and Asia. Cheetahs are endangered because there are not enough of them left to reproduce. Cheetah is the fastest animal in the world, reaching speeds up to 75 miles per hour (120 km/h). Cheeta lives mostly in East and Southern African savannah habitats such as open grasslands but may also be found in scrublands, dry forests, and even mountainous areas. They prefer habitats with some cover but also open spaces where they can run fast.