“Acinonyx pardinensis - The giant cheetah is thought to have been twice the size of modern cheetahs, about the same height as a lion at the shoulder. However, it would have weighed much less than a lion and had a highly similar build to the modern cheetah. It would have weighed an average of 260 pounds, with an average body length of 79 inches and a tail length of 55 inches. Its body shape allowed for movements similar to the modern cheetah’s, although its back was slightly longer. This species was built for running, just like the modern cheetah, with a shortened muzzle and other features that enhanced running speed and time. (….)”

http://www.redorbit.com/education/r.....x-pardinensis/

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I always loved cheetahs since my childhood. Recently I’ve been a lot interested about their past. Sadly there’s not many documentaries related to it, at least I think. C: Oh durr durr~