A few scientific names sound right to our ears — the cheetah’s, for instance.
Acinonyx jubatus: It just sizzles with speed…
Never mind that Acinonyx actually references the cheetah’s running cleats semiretractible claws:
It’s the speed that dazzles us.
Yes, Iran.
We take it personally:
🐆🐆🐆
The cheetah’s payoff:
Meanwhile, in South Africa…
“Kids, lend Mom your pogo stick again.”
More information:
- A physical symphony
- One fast old lady. ❤️
- In Namibia, an unexpected but smart conservation program.
Featured image: Our Planet, Giphy.com
