Nature Ecology & Evolution

metrics 2024

Pioneering impactful studies in ecology and evolution.

Introduction

Nature Ecology & Evolution is a premier journal that serves as a cornerstone for cutting-edge research in the dynamic fields of ecology, evolution, behavior, and systematics. Published by NATURE PORTFOLIO, this journal, with the ISSN 2397-334X, emphasizes high-quality, impactful studies that advance our understanding of ecological interactions and evolutionary processes. With an impressive Scopus ranking placing it in the 99th percentile—#6 out of 721 in Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics and #5 out of 461 in Environmental Science Ecology—it is classified as a Q1 journal, highlighting its significance in the research community. Established in 2016, it continues to foster an open dialogue among researchers and practitioners while facilitating the dissemination of transformative ideas that shape environmental policy and conservation strategies. While access to articles is restricted, the journal's robust impact factor underscores its relevance in scholarly discourse. Researchers, professionals, and students are encouraged to engage with the current trends and discoveries published in this leading journal, which thrives on addressing the challenges and complexities of our natural world.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank5.06
Journal Impact Factor13.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)16.50
H-Index118
Journal IF Without Self13.90
Eigen Factor0.05
Normal Eigen Factor11.33
Influence7.03
Immediacy Index3.70
Cited Half Life4.30
Citing Half Life8.30
JCI3.85
Total Documents2050
WOS Total Citations18917
SCIMAGO Total Citations41861
SCIMAGO SELF Citations656
Scopus Journal Rank5.06
Cites / Document (2 Years)7.84
Cites / Document (3 Years)9.22
Cites / Document (4 Years)9.94

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #6/721
Percentile 99.17
Quartile Q1
Ecology in Environmental Science
Rank #5/461
Percentile 98.92
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ECOLOGY
Rank 2/195
Percentile 99.20
Quartile Q1
EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
Rank 2/54
Percentile 97.20
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ECOLOGY
Rank 1/195
Percentile 99.49
Quartile Q1
EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
Rank 1/54
Percentile 98.15
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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