Fastest Animals In The World

Golden Eagle

Another bird of prey, capable of reaching speeds of up to 200 miles per hour (322 kilometers per hour) during stoops

Sailfish

The fastest fish in the ocean, reaching speeds of up to 68 miles per hour (110 kilometers per hour) while hunting prey

Cheetah

The fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (113 kilometers per hour) in short bursts over short distances

Quarter Horse

A breed of horse known for its speed, capable of reaching speeds of up to 55 miles per hour (88 kilometers per hour) over short distances

Greyhound

The fastest dog breed, capable of reaching speeds of up to 45 miles per hour (72 kilometers per hour) during short sprints

Horsefly

The fastest flying insect, capable of reaching speeds of up to 90 miles per hour (145 kilometers per hour) while flying

Blackbuck Antelope

Another fast antelope species, capable of reaching speeds of up to 50 miles per hour (80 kilometers per hour) in short bursts

Swordfish

A fast fish species, capable of reaching speeds of up to 60 miles per hour (97 kilometers per hour) while swimming

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