In the world of big cats, the leopard, cheetah, and jaguar each bring their own unique traits and extraordinary adaptations to the wild. While all share the title of "feline royalty," they stand ...

Wildlife photographer Peter Heistein was in Serengeti National Park in Tanzania when, "A cheetah decided to explore our vehicle on a safari I was leading for Grand Ruaha Safaris," Heistein wrote.

We all know about the cheetah's electrifying speed. Large nostrils and an enlarged heart and lungs help the world's fastest land animal to reach speeds of 114kph (71mph). A long tail helps it to ...