A high-speed chase: can an impala outrun a leopard?

Nature · Published 3 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Witness a tense encounter from the cover of a gully as a leopard stalks an unsuspecting impala. This footage captures the raw intensity of a predator's pursuit and a narrow escape.

The video follows a leopard as it sizes up its prey, showcasing the formidable nature of a predator capable of reaching speeds of 65 km an hour.

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