Big Cats Facts

Lions, tigers, cheetahs, and the powerful predators at the top of the cat family.

Lions

The only cats that live in social prides, with a roar that carries up to 5 miles (8 km).

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Tigers

The largest cat species on Earth, weighing up to 660 pounds (300 kg), with stripe patterns as unique as human fingerprints.

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Cheetahs

The fastest land animal on Earth, reaching 70 mph (113 km/h) in short bursts, built for speed with a lightweight frame, a flexible spine, and semi-retractable claws.

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