Bengal Tiger Vs. Cheetah

Are you fascinated by big cats?

a cheetah typically weighs between 80-140 pounds

An adult male Bengal tiger can weigh up to 500 pounds

Cheetahs are sprinters and rely on outrunning their prey, particularly gazelles and other small antelopes.

Tigers are ambush predators, relying on their strength and stealth to take down prey such as deer and wild boar.

They can sprint up to 80 mph (128 km/h) over short distances of up to 500m. Their long and slender build, lightweight frame, and narrow waist combined with incredibly powerful muscles, particularly legs, shoulders, and chest.

Bengal tigers are native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh

Cheetahs are found in much of Africa and a few areas in the Middle East.

Bengal tigers are ambush predators, that rely on their strength and stealth to take down much larger prey, like deer, wild pigs, and water buffalo.

Cheetahs are known for their incredible speed, reaching up to 75 miles per hour in short bursts.

In conclusion, Bengal tigers and cheetahs are uniquely beautiful examples of our planet’s marvelous wildlife.

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