Each animal that is studied is classified, that is, split into descriptive groups starting with main groups ( vertebrates and invertebrates ) the Families of animals are also included such as Ursidae ( the family of bears) and the families are then split into species such as Ursus americanus (American Black Bear)

Species of Cheetahs
The cheetah, Acinonyx jubatus, is the sole member of its genus - all other species have become extinct. There are 5 subspecies of cheetah in the genus Acinonyx - 4 in Africa and 1 in Iran.

Basic Facts about Cheetahs
The name of a male is referred to simply as a cheetah
The name of a female is referred to as a she-cheetah
The name or offspring, or baby Cheetahs, is a cub
The average size of a litter is between 2 - 5 cubs
The sound made by Cheetahs is referred to as a growl, hiss or snarl

Facts about the Size of Cheetahs
Fully grown cheetahs reach the height to shoulder of 2.3 - 2.8 feet
Adult cheetahs weigh between 75-150 pounds

Cool and Fun Facts about the life, behavior and personality of Cheetahs

• Cheetahs were trained by man for hunting as long as 3000 BC
• They have akeen sense of hearing, sight and smell
• A fully grown cheetah can reach speeds in excess of 60 mph
• No natural enemies
• Cheetahs are often mistaken for leopards
• The Female cheetah is solitary
• Male cheetahs live in small groups
• Cheetahs Lifespan - Up to 12 years in the wild