2000-year-old mummified cheetahs found in Saudi Arabian cave reveal shocking details about the species’ past
Remarkable discovery of naturally mummified cheetahs in a Saudi Arabian cave reveals they used these sites as long-term habitats, not just temporary shelters. Skeletal remains suggest generations lived there, seeking refuge from extreme heat. This finding offers hope for reintroducing cheetahs, potentially using a subspecies genetically similar to the ancient Arabian cats.
Remarkable discovery of naturally mummified cheetahs in a Saudi Arabian cave reveals they used these sites as long-term habitats, not just temporary shelters. Skeletal remains suggest generations lived there, seeking refuge from extreme heat. This finding offers hope for reintroducing cheetahs, potentially using a subspecies genetically similar to the ancient Arabian cats.
