The acinonyx pardinensis, above, is another extinct species of big cat and its closest living relative is the modern cheetahCredit: H. Hemmer and R.-D. Kahlke, Senckenberg Research Institute ...

Extinct colossal cat Acinonyx pleistocaenicus was the biggest species of cheetah to have ever lived, scientists reveal. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is a highly specialized member of the Felidae and is renowned as the fastest land animal. Its survival in the wild is threatened throughout its habitat with a ...