Molecular Ecology Journal Citation Rate 2026
0962-1083
eISSN 1365-294X
Wiley
GB
Q1 Quartile Established Impact Verified Publisher
About Molecular Ecology
Molecular Ecology (ME) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Animal Behavior and Reproduction and Genetic and phenotypic traits in livestock, published by Wiley in GB, catalogued under ISSN 0962-1083 (e-ISSN 1365-294X). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 3.14 (Q1 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 ~$4940 USD). OpenAlex records 12,873 works and 950,357 citations, with an h-index of 326.
Molecular Ecology Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Molecular Ecology has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 3.14, placing it in the Q1 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.
Molecular Ecology operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Molecular Ecology 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 Molecular Ecology against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Molecular Ecology
- Budget $4940 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Animal Behavior and Reproduction, Genetic and phenotypic traits in livestock, Genetic diversity and population structure. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Molecular Ecology Compares
Compared against 100 journals in the same research areas.
| ISSN (Print) | 0962-1083 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1365-294X |
| Publisher | Wiley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| APC / Cost | $4940 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Molecular Ecology is published by Wiley and based in United Kingdom. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 4940.
In our subject taxonomy, Molecular Ecology is classified under Animal Behavior and Reproduction, Genetic and phenotypic traits in livestock, Genetic diversity and population structure and Plant and animal studies.
Molecular Ecology 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 3.143.
Research Areas
Links
Continue on JournalsHub
Put what you just read into practice with these free tools.
Frequently Asked Questions about Molecular Ecology
Live Indexing Status
Updated April 2026Track real-time indexing metrics to ensure this journal meets your academic requirements.
Citation Rate
Historical Trend
Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3.143 | 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.
Compare Journals
Compare Molecular Ecology against similar publications in its field:
Related Journals in Your Field
-
Trends in Ecology & Evolution Elsevier BV IF 6.60
-
New Phytologist Wiley IF 6.15
-
Agriculture Ecosystems & Environment Elsevier BV IF 5.45
-
Ecology Letters Wiley IF 5.43
-
Genetics Oxford University Press IF 4.85
Explore More Journals
Metadata
Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
OpenAlex ID: S22454499
Get weekly updates for Animal Behavior and Reproduction journals
Free. Monday morning. New citation rates, CFPs, indexing alerts, predatory watch list. One-click unsubscribe.