Impressive head portrait of the rare King Cheetah in captivity (00012482)

❮ Head portrait of the rare King Cheetah in captivity ❯
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Description: The King Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus jubatus) is a rare fur variation of the cheetah, cared for at the Hoedspruit Research & Breeding Centre in the Kapama Private Game Reserve in South Africa. This impressive predator is nearly extinct in Asia and highly endangered in Africa. With its long legs, the cheetah is the fastest land mammal. The King Cheetah is distinguished by larger black spots that sometimes merge into stripes. Learn more about this fascinating cat and its conservation efforts.

Location: Transvaal/Limpopo Province, Hoedspruit Research & Breeding Centre, South Africa

Date of Capture: 17.07.2003