The peregrine falcon holds the title for the fastest animal on Earth, reaching speeds of over 240 miles per hour (386 kilometers per hour) during its hunting stoop, a high-speed dive.
The cheetah is the fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds up to 75 miles per hour (120 kilometers per hour) in short bursts to chase down prey.
Pronghorn antelopes are known for their incredible speed and stamina. They can sustain speeds of around 55 miles per hour (88 kilometers per hour) for extended periods.
The sailfish, a species of billfish, is recognized as the fastest swimmer in the ocean. It can swim at speeds up to 68 miles per hour (110 kilometers per hour).
African wild dogs are swift predators, capable of running at speeds up to 44 miles per hour (70 kilometers per hour) while hunting in packs.
Brown hares are incredibly agile and can reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour (72 kilometers per hour) when evading predators.
Known for their exceptional speed on land, greyhounds can reach speeds of up to 43 miles per hour (69 kilometers per hour) during short sprints.
Swordfish are fast swimmers, capable of reaching speeds of around 60 miles per hour (97 kilometers per hour) as they navigate the open ocean.