BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY AND SOCIOBIOLOGY

metrics 2024

Decoding the Secrets of Social Structures and Ecological Factors

Introduction

Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology is a peer-reviewed journal published by Springer, focusing on the nuanced interactions between animal behavior and ecological factors. With an impressive history dating back to 1976, the journal has made significant contributions to the field, maintaining a prominent position in the top quartile (Q1) for both Animal Science and Zoology, as well as Ecology, Evolution, Behavior, and Systematics, as of 2023. Its high Scopus rank underscores its influence, being recognized in the 79th percentile for Animal Science and the 68th percentile for Ecology. This journal serves as an essential platform for researchers, professionals, and students interested in exploring the evolutionary implications of social structures and behavioral traits in various species. Although it does not currently operate under an open-access model, its rigorous peer-review process ensures that published studies meet high academic standards. With a vast array of innovative articles spanning decades, Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology remains a vital resource for advancing our understanding of the complex interplay between behavior and ecological dynamics.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.80
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.40
H-Index135
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.19
Influence0.80
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life14.60
Citing Half Life13.50
JCI0.89
Total Documents4208
WOS Total Citations11464
SCIMAGO Total Citations33995
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2718
Scopus Journal Rank0.80
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.77
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.09
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.27

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Animal Science and Zoology in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #99/490
Percentile 79.80
Quartile Q1
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #226/721
Percentile 68.65
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Rank 33/55
Percentile 40.90
Quartile Q3
ECOLOGY
Rank 107/195
Percentile 45.40
Quartile Q3
ZOOLOGY
Rank 31/180
Percentile 83.10
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Rank 18/55
Percentile 67.27
Quartile Q2
ECOLOGY
Rank 61/195
Percentile 68.72
Quartile Q2
ZOOLOGY
Rank 47/180
Percentile 73.89
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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