Animal Planet HQ The 13 Fastest Animals in the Sky, Ranked Posted: March 20, 2025 | Last updated: March 20, 2025 Dive into the thrilling world of the fastest flying animals with our latest video ...

The fastest animals in the world fly, swim, and run on land. Most of them are birds you probably have never seen before, especially the Frigate Birds that can stay up in the sky for a week.

Certain animals have evolved remarkable speeds to catch prey or evade predators. The ostrich, impala, and kangaroo showcase nature's incredible ingenuity, leveraging their speed and agility.

While the big cats may be able to reach speeds of 75 mph, it's nothing compared to the top speeds of other animals. It's not even the fastest mammal! Here are the fastest animals on Earth.