Lions
Speed: Around 50 MPH
Not everything referred to as a “lion” is actually part of the species. Lions themselves are part of the “Panthera” species line, grouped with Panthers, Leopards, Jaguars, etc. This is not to be confused with Pumas (or Cougars). In the Southern United States, this species is often called Mountain Lions. They aren’t real lions, therefore we’re referring only to Lions natively found in Africa and parts of Asia.
The difference between the males and females of this species is quite obvious, with only the males usually having a broad mane. The females are the ones that birth the young, take care of them, and even handle most of the hunting. They actually have to keep their young away from even the fathers, as male lions have been known to eat their cubs in the past at times. As far as speed goes, male lions are capable of reaching pretty high speeds. They could reach 30 to 40 mph if they try hard enough, but they cannot maintain it for long. Females, on the other hand, reach 50 mph on average and can maintain this speed for a while. Clearly, the ladies are the ones to fear most.