A baby cheetah hisses as a natural instinct to appear more intimidating, even when it’s still small and vulnerable. Hissing is a defensive behavior used to express fear, discomfort, or frustration, often when the cub feels threatened or startled. Despite their tiny size, baby cheetahs try to mimic the behaviors of adult cheetahs, using hissing along with spitting or growling to ward off potential dangers. This early practice helps them develop survival instincts they’ll need as they grow. Video

Did you know cheetahs purr at a frequency of 25 to 150 Hz? 🐾 This soothing sound isn’t just adorable—it’s believed to promote healing and relaxation! Unlike big cats like lions and tigers, cheetahs don’t roar. Instead, they purr continuously, even while inhaling and exhaling. 🐾💕 These incredible animals are nature’s stress-relief machines, reminding us of the beauty and power of the wild. 🌿✨ #animalconservation #cheetah | Cheetah Experience

Cheetah’s have some of the most adorable sounds you can possibly witness in Nature 🥹 From content purrs to explosive yelps heard from afar, these majestic felines express a range of emotions through their sounds. Agonistic situations trigger moans, growls, hisses, and spitting, while hissing accompanies both anticipation and aftermath. Categorized as pulsed, tonal, or noisy sounds, their repertoire includes chirrs, gargles, churtlings, howling, and more. The captivating language of cheetahs! 📸

16M views · 333K reactions | Turn your sound up for this #InternationalCheetahDay moment! Cheetahs purr, bark, growl, hiss and chirp. This cub was vocalizing to warn a potential predator (or a keeper) to stay back. Miss the last cheetah update? Spot it here: https://s.si.edu/46H6I3h. | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute | Facebook