10 Fastest Attacking Animals in the World

Zee Media Bureau
Apr 17, 2024

Archer Fish

This fish shoots jets of water from its specialized mouth to knock insects into the water with remarkable accuracy.

Tail-Slap of the Bearded Dragon

While not typically thought of as fast, the bearded dragon can deliver a swift tail slap that is surprisingly quick and can deter predators or rivals.

Great White Shark

With bursts of speed that can reach up to 25 mph (40 km/h), the great white shark attacks its prey with such force that it can propel itself out of the water during a strike.

Tiger Beetle

The tiger beetle not only runs fast but also attacks with great speed. It can cover 120 times its body length in a second

Trap-Jaw Ant

Known for having one of the fastest and most powerful bites in the insect world, the trap-jaw ant's mandibles snap shut at speeds exceeding 140 mph (225 km/h)

Sidewinder Rattlesnake

This snake uses a rapid, sudden strike to deliver venomous bites. Its strike can be executed in less than a second, making it one of the fastest snake strikes.

Black Marlin

Among the fastest fish in the ocean, the black marlin can swim at speeds up to 82 km/h (51 mph).

Cheetah

Known as the fastest land animal, cheetahs can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in just a few seconds, making their attack on prey breathtakingly quick and efficient.

Peregrine Falcon

The fastest animal in the world when in a hunting dive, the peregrine falcon can reach speeds over 240 mph (386 km/h).

Mantis Shrimp

This marine creature is famous for its incredibly fast and powerful punches. It can strike with the velocity of a .22 caliber bullet.

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