Ethology Journal Citation Rate 2026
0179-1613
eISSN 1439-0310
Wiley
DE
Q3 Quartile Verified Publisher
About Ethology
Ethology (E) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Animal Behavior and Reproduction and Animal Vocal Communication and Behavior, published by Wiley in DE, catalogued under ISSN 0179-1613 (e-ISSN 1439-0310). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.84 (Q3 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model (APC ~$4220 USD).
Ethology Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Ethology has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.84, placing it in the Q3 quartile within the Animal Behavior and Reproduction research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
Ethology operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Ethology should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Ethology against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Ethology
- Budget $4220 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Animal Behavior and Reproduction, Animal Vocal Communication and Behavior, Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Ethology Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 0179-1613 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1439-0310 |
| Publisher | Wiley |
| Country | Germany |
| APC / Cost | $4220 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Ethology is published by Wiley and based in Germany. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 4220.
In our subject taxonomy, Ethology is classified under Animal Behavior and Reproduction, Animal Vocal Communication and Behavior, Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior and Plant and animal studies.
Ethology is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
Its most recent citation rate stands at 0.837.
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Citation Rate
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Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.837 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
OpenAlex ID: S147866836
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