Oikos Journal Citation Rate 2026
0030-1299
eISSN 1600-0706
Wiley
GB
Q2 Quartile Established Impact Verified Publisher
About Oikos
Oikos (O) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Animal Behavior and Reproduction and Animal Ecology and Behavior Studies, published by Wiley in GB, catalogued under ISSN 0030-1299 (e-ISSN 1600-0706). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.20 (Q2 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 ~$3300 USD). OpenAlex records 10,846 works and 722,283 citations, with an h-index of 296.
Oikos Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Oikos has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.20, placing it in the Q2 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.
Oikos operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Oikos 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 Oikos against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Oikos
- Budget $3300 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Animal Behavior and Reproduction, Animal Ecology and Behavior Studies, Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
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| ISSN (Print) | 0030-1299 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1600-0706 |
| Publisher | Wiley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| APC / Cost | $3300 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Oikos is published by Wiley and based in United Kingdom. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 3300.
In our subject taxonomy, Oikos is classified under Animal Behavior and Reproduction, Animal Ecology and Behavior Studies, Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies and Plant and animal studies.
Oikos 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 2.198.
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2.198 | 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: S200794352
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