Practice makes perfect for cheetah cubs—only 5% of cheetah cubs make it to adulthood, so it's critical for them to learn skills like taking down prey and avoiding predators 🐆 #CheetahsUpClose with Bertie Gregory is now streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic Animals

Never filmed using these specially adapted cameras before, this cheetah coalition proves why it's better to be a hunter than the hunted when a storm hits the Serengeti. #CheetahsUpClose with Bertie Gregory premieres tonight at 9/8c on National Geographic TV. Streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic Animals

While a cheetah can sprint close to 70 miles (110 km) per hour, it can only do so in short bursts—meaning that once the chase begins, it all comes down to speed and timing. #CheetahsUpClose with Bertie Gregory premieres Thursday, Jan 1 at 9/8c on National Geographic. Streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic TV

Our two male cheetah successfully hunting a blesbok. Cheetahs are the fastest land animals, reaching speeds up to 110 km/ph in short bursts. They rely on acceleration and agility, not just speed—making sharp turns to chase down prey. Their hunts usually last less than a minute—beyond that, they overheat. Cheetahs hunt mostly during the daytime to avoid competition from lions, Once they make a kill, they must eat quickly—other predators often steal their meals. Thanks to Shannon for the video! #C