Arctic hares can run faster than Usain Bolt

Arctic hares can run at speeds of 40 miles per hour, according to National Geographic. In comparison, Usain Bolt clocked in at 23 miles per hour in his 100-meter run, as noted by the National Council on Strength and Fitness. These hares kick up some serious speed.

A threatened hare will stand on its hind legs, tuck one forelimb close to its body, and hop away in a three-legged stance. This leaves the appearance of a three-legged animal in its tracks, as explained by the Animal Diversity Web.