Facts about Diet and Hunting Strategies of Cheetahs

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   A cheetah's diet consists almost entirely of small to medium-sized mammals, with young gazelles, hares, and impalas making up the bulk of kills.

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   The cheetah's kill method involves tripping prey with a dew claw and then applying a suffocating throat bite to bring it down.

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   After a high-speed chase, cheetahs must rest for up to 30 minutes before eating, as they need time to recover their breath and body temperature.

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   Unlike most big cats, cheetahs hunt primarily during daylight hours, relying on speed to run down prey such as gazelles and impalas.

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   Cheetahs rely on their exceptional eyesight rather than scent to locate prey, stalking within close range before launching a high-speed chase.

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