Dubbo Western Plains Zoo

Cheetah

Acinonyx jubatus

Cheetahs resting under a tree

Dubbo Zoo has successfully bred cheetahs in captivity and some of the cubs can be seen here resting (but still alert) under a tree.

Cheetah walking

Male Cheetahs live in groups of two or three called "coalitions" and together they defend territory. Female Cheetahs live alone except during mating or when they have cubs.

Cheetah with mouth open showing sharp teeth and tongue

Cheetahs purr to each other in greeting but also communicate by chirps and yelps. Some yelps can be heard up to 2km away.

Photographs by Justin Sullivan. Some text courtesy of Dubbo Western Plains Zoo

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