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- What is the main difference between a cheetah and a leopard?
- Cheetahs have solid round spots and black tear lines on their face. Leopards have rosette-shaped spots and no tear lines. Cheetahs are slimmer and faster; leopards are stockier and stronger.
- Is a cheetah faster than a leopard?
- Yes. Cheetahs reach about 100–110 km/h, while leopards top out around 58 km/h.
- Who would win in a fight, cheetah or leopard?
- The leopard. It is heavier and stronger, and leopards are known to kill cheetahs and take their kills.
- Can cheetahs roar?
- No. Cheetahs chirp, purr and yelp. Leopards can roar.
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