Author Jo Caird
Jo Caird

Jo Caird

Jo Caird is a freelance journalist who lives in East London and writes for newspapers, magazines and the web. She specialises in citizen science and conservation with a strong community focus. Read more about her work at jocaird.com

Recent articles by Jo Caird

The 10 smartest animals in the world: Discover the cleverest creatures in the animal kingdom - and there may be some surprises

Which are the cleverest animals in the world? And how do we even rate intelligence? We take a look
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Head-butting, drowning and dive-bombing – discover 10 badass animals that aren't afraid to put up a fight

These sometimes cute-looking animals have a hostile side and aren't afraid to strike
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Not impressed: meet 10 of the grumpiest animals on Earth

Eastern screech owls, red-lipped batfish and thorny devils are some of the moodiest-looking animals on the planet. But are they really as crabby as they appear?
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Discover the world of the beautiful, yet much-feared, sea snake: do these venomous serpents deserve their deadly reputation?

 All you ever needed to know about the much-feared sea snake
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Ultimate red panda guide: Uncover the secrets of the world’s cutest, most elusive animal – and why they're at risk of disappearing

All you need to know about the charismatic red panda
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11 deadliest sea creatures: Meet the most dangerous animals in the ocean

Sharks aren’t the only danger in the ocean. Here are our top 10 most deadly sea creatures, from those that sting to those that bite
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Joro spider guide: what are they, do they bite and are they poisonous? Here's everything you need to know

What are Joro spiders, are they dangerous to humans and how did they come to make a home for themselves in North America, far from their east Asian native range?
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Invasive Joro spiders are spreading up the US east coast. Experts reveal what to expect

The venomous spiders, native to east Asia, are predicted to inhabit most of the eastern US in coming years.
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Cicadas are coming: scientists to bring singing bug back to Britain

Conservationists announce plan to reintroduce species once found across the New Forest but not seen in the UK since the 1990s.
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Scientists are a step closer to bringing the dodo back from extinction. And it may save existing wildlife on Mauritius

Back in 2022, the dodo's genome was sequenced from a DNA sample. Now the company trying to resurrect the long-extinct flightless bird is working with Mauritian conservationists to restore habitat ready for eventual re-wilding.
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Could the dodo come back from extinction?

Back in 2022, the dodo's genome was sequenced from a DNA sample. Now the company trying to resurrect the long-extinct flightless bird is working with Mauritian conservationists to restore habitat ready for eventual re-wilding.
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10 desert plants - meet the species that thrive in extreme conditions

Deserts are home to some of the most extraordinary plants on Earth. Here are our top 10 species, from Antarctica flowers to delicious date palms
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The IUCN Red List: what it is, how it works - and just why it's so important

The IUCN Red List tracks the conservation status of species worldwide, but how are they assessed and does it really help their survival?
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Why does a bee die after it stings you?

Just what happens to a bee after it stings you? Why do some species die and some survive?
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