Cheetahs and Bats

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Cheetahs and Bats
By Rhiannon MCglone
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With their long legs and springy backbones,
cheetahs can take very long steps, and they can
cover a lot of ground.
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When moving at top speed, a cheetah can cover as
many as 20 feet in one stride!
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A cheetahs claws work like the cleats on a track
shoe.
They dig into the ground as the cheetah pushes
off and help it to build up speed fast.
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After making a kill, cheetahs usually drag prey
into the shade of a bush or a tree. But they
dont eat it right away.
They must catch their breath first!
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After a hard chase, even the hungriest cheetah
may need to rest for up to 30 minutes before
eating.
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The largest bat in the world weighs about 2
pounds and has a wingspan of 6 feet.
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The smallest bat in the world is the size of a
bumblebee.
It weighs less than a penny.
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When flying, bats can reach altitudes of 10,000
feet!
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If the winds are right, they can go as fast as 60
miles per hour!
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Many bats form nursery colonies to care for their
young.
When the mothers go out to hunt, the babies
cluster together to stay warm.
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McGlone. Good bye and have a great day!
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