ETHOLOGY

metrics 2024

Illuminating the Intricacies of Ethology

Introduction

ETHOLOGY, published by WILEY, is a prestigious journal that has been at the forefront of animal behavior research since its inception in 1986. With an ISSN of 0179-1613 and E-ISSN 1439-0310, this journal holds a significant position, categorized in the Q1 quartile for Animal Science and Zoology and Q2 for Ecology, Evolution, Behavior, and Systematics as of 2023. Recognized for its rigorous peer-review process and comprehensive scope, ETHOLOGY publishes cutting-edge research that illuminates the complexities of animal behavior, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike. With an impact factor that underlines its relevance in the field, the journal's commitment to advancing knowledge in ethology is evident through its extensive citation and ranking metrics, including a commendable position in Scopus for both Animal Science and Zoology as well as Ecology. Though it does not offer open access, the journal remains a pivotal platform for the dissemination of innovative studies that contribute to our understanding of wildlife and their ecosystems.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.58
Journal Impact Factor1.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.70
H-Index86
Journal IF Without Self1.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.48
Influence0.56
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life14.00
Citing Half Life12.90
JCI0.56
Total Documents2593
WOS Total Citations4227
SCIMAGO Total Citations14322
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1155
Scopus Journal Rank0.58
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.35
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.54
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.60

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Animal Science and Zoology in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #132/490
Percentile 73.06
Quartile Q2
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #266/721
Percentile 63.11
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Rank 43/55
Percentile 22.70
Quartile Q4
ZOOLOGY
Rank 69/180
Percentile 61.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Rank 46/55
Percentile 16.36
Quartile Q4
ZOOLOGY
Rank 102/180
Percentile 43.33
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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