CHIRRUP-ZOOM
Cheetah
The land-speed record in spots.
MEET THE FIGHTERS
Cheetah vs Penguin
Tonight's science rumble is set in the empty savanna exhibit after closing time. No snacks were harmed.
Cheetah
Acinonyx jubatus
A cheetah's tail is a rudder. It steers mid-sprint like a boat.
They prefer gazelles and other speedy snacks they can outrun.
Penguin
Aptenodytes forsteri
Emperor penguins can dive more than 500 meters deep.
Fish, krill, and squid, caught in icy dives.
Who do YOU think wins?
HONK-HONK
Penguin
A tuxedo torpedo with zero quit.
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