Pronghorn (Antilocapra americana). Whereas the cheetah is the fastest sprinter, the pronghorn, also known as the American antelope, is the fastest long-distance runner of the animal kingdom. It is capable of maintaining a speed of nearly 35 miles per hour over several miles and is even faster over shorter distances.

Which is the fastest antelope in Africa?

Common tsessebe are one of the fastest antelopes in Africa and can run at speeds up to 90 km/h.

Which is faster cheetah or pronghorn antelope?

Pronghorn can detect movement up to 4 miles away. ... A pronghorn can run up to 60 miles per hour, which makes them the second-fastest land animal in the world (cheetah – 61 mph). Although second to the cheetah, the pronghorn can sustain its speed for much longer.