By Afiur
January 05, 2026
From grasslands to forests, India is home to animals built for speed. Some sprint to catch prey, others run to escape danger. Here’s a look at some of the fastest animals found in India and how fast t
Top speed: Over 320 km/h (during a dive)The peregrine falcon is the fastest animal on Earth. Found across India, it reaches extreme speeds while diving to catch prey mid-air.1. Peregrine Falcon1. Pere
Top speed: Around 80 km/hNative to India, the blackbuck is one of the fastest land animals in the country. Its speed helps it escape predators in open grasslands.2. Blackbuck2. BlackbuckImage: Canva
Top speed: Up to 100 km/h (short bursts)Recently reintroduced in India, the cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world. It can sprint very fast but only for short distances.3. Cheetah3. CheetahIm
Top speed: Around 50 km/hIndia’s largest antelope, the nilgai uses its long legs and strong body to run fast when threatened.4. Nilgai (Blue Bull)4. Nilgai (Blue Bull)Image: Canva
Top speed: Around 60 km/hThe Indian wolf relies on speed and stamina to hunt in open plains and semi-arid regions.5. Indian Wolf5. Indian WolfImage: Wikimedia Commons
Top speed: Up to 60 km/h (short distances)The tiger is not built for long chases but can reach high speeds while ambushing prey.6. Bengal Tiger6. Bengal TigerImage: Canva
Top speed: Around 55–60 km/hDholes hunt in packs and use speed and teamwork to bring down prey.7. Indian Wild Dog (Dhole)7. Indian Wild Dog (Dhole)Image: Canva
Top speed: Around 58 km/hLeopards are quick and agile runners, often using short bursts of speed during surprise attacks.8. Leopard8. LeopardImage: Canva
Top speed: Around 70 km/hThe Indian hare is one of the fastest small mammals in the country, using speed to escape predators in open areas.9. Indian Hare9. Indian HareImage: Canva
Top speed: Around 65 km/hCommon across Indian forests, the chital depends on quick sprints to flee from predators like tigers and leopards.10. Chital (Spotted Deer)10. Chital (Spotted Deer)Image: Canv