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What Do Cheetahs Eat?
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Cheetahs A mother and her cubs looking out over the savanna.

What Do Cheetahs Eat?

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Cheetahs are carnivores, which means that their diet consists primarily of meat. They hunt a variety of animals, such as birds, rabbits, and young warthogs. They also prey on many species of antelope, including the springbok, impala, gazelle, kudu, hartebeest, oryx, and roan. These animals are not only abundant in the cheetah’s natural habitat but also provide the right balance of nutrients and energy needed for the cheetah’s active lifestyle.

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