AMERICAN MALACOLOGICAL BULLETIN

metrics 2024

Championing the Study of Mollusks Across the Globe.

Introduction

American Malacological Bulletin is a distinguished journal published by the American Malacological Society, Inc., dedicated to advancing the field of malacology, which encompasses the study of mollusks and their ecological significance. Since its inception, the journal has provided a vital platform for the dissemination of research findings, reviews, and significant contributions from both established and emerging scholars. With an ISSN of 0740-2783 and an E-ISSN of 2162-2698, it holds a global reputation within its niche, albeit recognized within the Q4 category in both Aquatic Science and Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics based on its 2023 ranking. The bulletin's focus on fostering dialogue and collaboration among researchers around the world underscores its importance within the scientific community. As a resource housed in the Delaware Museum of Natural History, it actively contributes to the ongoing conversation on ecological conservation, biodiversity, and the evolving challenges facing marine ecosystems. Though not classified as an Open Access journal, it remains accessible to scholars and students eager to explore contemporary research in malacology.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.16
Journal Impact Factor0.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.70
H-Index36
Journal IF Without Self0.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.02
Influence0.20
Immediacy Index-
Cited Half Life15.00
Citing Half Life-
JCI0.15
Total Documents472
WOS Total Citations493
SCIMAGO Total Citations1189
SCIMAGO SELF Citations91
Scopus Journal Rank0.16
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.42
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.39
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.39

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Aquatic Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #200/247
Percentile 19.03
Quartile Q4
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #591/721
Percentile 18.03
Quartile Q4

IF (Web Of Science)

MARINE & FRESHWATER BIOLOGY
Rank 112/119
Percentile 6.30
Quartile Q4
ZOOLOGY
Rank 174/180
Percentile 3.60
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

MARINE & FRESHWATER BIOLOGY
Rank 112/119
Percentile 5.88
Quartile Q4
ZOOLOGY
Rank 175/180
Percentile 2.78
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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