Apr 20, 2024, 02:34 PM IST

7 fastest attacking animals in the world

Shivam Verma

Known for its incredible speed during a dive, the Peregrine Falcon can reach speeds of up to 240 miles per hour (386 kilometres per hour) when hunting.

As the fastest land animal, the cheetah can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour (97 kilometres per hour) in just a few seconds.

In the ocean, the sailfish is a master of speed, capable of swimming at speeds of up to 68 miles per hour (110 kilometres per hour), allowing it to quickly capture its prey.

With its powerful talons and incredible speed, the golden eagle can dive at speeds of up to 150 miles per hour (241 kilometres per hour) to catch its prey.

Found in the waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, the black marlin is one of the fastest fish in the ocean, reaching speeds of up to 82 miles per hour (132 kilometres per hour).

Native to North America, the pronghorn antelope can sustain speeds of up to 55 miles per hour (89 kilometres per hour) over long distances, making it one of the fastest land mammals.

Despite its small size, the Australian tiger beetle is incredibly fast, running at speeds of up to 5.6 miles per hour (9 kilometres per hour) in short bursts.