Mutations in a single gene can alter coat patterns in both cheetahs and domestic cats, a new study finds. In both types of felines, mutations in the transmembrane aminopeptidase Q, or Taqpep, gene ...

From where does a tabby cat get its stripes? The same place cheetahs get their spots. A new study finds the same gene that is responsible for the cheetah's color patterns causes a tabby's stripes.

A new study is the first to identify a molecular basis for cat coat patterns. Could cat stripes be an immune defense mechanism? By Rebecca Boyle Published Sep 20, 2012 11:46 PM EDT Get the Popular ...

If there were a Land Animal Olympics, polka-dotted cheetahs would sweep the gold medals in sprinting. The average cheetah can accelerate from standing stock-still to 64 mph in 3 seconds. And for short ...

Who doesn't love an adorable baby animal? The arrival of cheetah cubs always captures attention, especially when zoos announce newborn litters to the public. Next to their mother's golden coat and ...

An African safari offers a thrilling adventure to witness cheetahs and leopards. These big cats have distinct differences in build, eye patterns, hunting habits, and speed despite their similar ...

According to their credo, Cheetah Girls are created equal, but they are not alike. They come in different sizes, shapes and colors, and they don’t pass judgment on others by the color of their spots.

Running as fast as 70 miles per hour over short distances, the cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is the fastest mammal on Earth. Swiftly rushing to make its kill, the cheetah uses its great speed to run down ...