Sources
Speed and performance data used for the animal comparisons in race visualizations.
| Animal | Sport | Speed / Ability | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
🐋Blue Whale | Swimming | 13.4 m/s (48.2 km/h) | - |
🐢Sea Turtle | Swimming | 0.7 m/s (2.5 km/h) | NOAA Fisheries |
🐺Wolf | Speed Skating | 17 m/s (61.2 km/h) | National Geographic |
🐕Dog | Running | 13 m/s (46.8 km/h) | - |
🐦Bird | Running | 7.2 m/s (25.9 km/h) | - |
🐎Horse | Running | 18 m/s (64.8 km/h) | - |
Animal speeds are approximate top or typical speeds based on published research and wildlife reference data. Actual performance varies by individual, conditions, and measurement methodology.
World Records
World records are sourced from official governing bodies including World Aquatics, World Athletics, UCI, ISU, FIS, and World Rowing.
Historical WR Progressions
World record progression data is sourced from Wikipedia's World Record Progression pages, covering running, swimming, and speed skating events.
Sound Effects
Crowd and atmosphere audio used in race visualizations.
| Sound | Source | License |
|---|---|---|
| Crowd Cheering in Stadium | Pixabay — vishiv | Pixabay Content License |
| Cricket Ground Ambience | Freesound — Freesound Community | CC0 Public Domain |