AFRICAN JOURNAL OF HERPETOLOGY

metrics 2024

Connecting Scholars to the World of Herpetology

Introduction

The AFRICAN JOURNAL OF HERPETOLOGY, published by TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD, serves as a pivotal resource in the field of herpetology, encompassing the study of reptiles and amphibians. With an ISSN of 2156-4574 and an E-ISSN of 2153-3660, this journal offers a platform for researchers to disseminate their findings and advance knowledge in this dynamic area of biology. Recognized in 2023 with a category quartile ranking of Q2 in Animal Science and Zoology and Q3 in Ecology, Evolution, Behavior, and Systematics, the journal highlights impactful research to a global audience. By providing access to robust, peer-reviewed content, the journal contributes significantly to ongoing debates and discoveries, thus appealing to academics, professionals, and students alike. The journal's converged publication years, spanning from 1996 to 2000 and from 2002 to 2024, signify a long-standing commitment to the field, ensuring that emerging trends and critical issues in herpetology remain at the forefront. Engaging with this journal not only enhances your understanding of amphibian and reptile biology but also connects you to a community dedicated to the conservation and sustainable management of these vital species.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.41
Journal Impact Factor0.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.90
H-Index21
Journal IF Without Self0.80
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.03
Influence0.28
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life11.70
Citing Half Life13.90
JCI0.64
Total Documents309
WOS Total Citations193
SCIMAGO Total Citations685
SCIMAGO SELF Citations97
Scopus Journal Rank0.41
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.00
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.05
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.91

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Animal Science and Zoology in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #152/490
Percentile 68.98
Quartile Q2
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #295/721
Percentile 59.08
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ZOOLOGY
Rank 120/180
Percentile 33.60
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

ZOOLOGY
Rank 82/180
Percentile 54.44
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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