Fascinating Eye Contact with the Majestic King Cheetah in Captivity (00012436)
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Description: The King Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus jubatus) is a captivating big cat that mesmerizes with its distinctive coat pattern and grace. This image captures an intense eye contact with a captive King Cheetah. Cheetahs are critically endangered in Asia and facing threats in Africa. With their long legs, they are the fastest land animals on Earth. The rare King Cheetah is characterized by larger black spots that merge into stripes, setting it apart from its counterparts. At the Hoedspruit Research & Breeding Centre in the Kapama Private Game Reserve, these majestic animals are bred, cared for, and eventually reintroduced into the wilderness.
Location: Transvaal/Limpopo Province, Hoedspruit Research & Breeding Centre, South Africa
Date of Capture: 17.07.2003