A Pair of Cheetahs relaxing before a run. Cheetahs are the are the fastest land mammal. They can run between 60-70 miles per hour. Cheetahs are distinguished by their “tear-stained” black marks that run from the corners of their eyes down the side of their nose to their mouth. Its coat is tan with about 2,000 small, round, black spots, and the fur is coarse and short.