Animal Behaviour
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Aims and Scope
Animal Behaviour is a double-blind peer-reviewed scientific journal established in 1953 as The British Journal of Animal Behaviour, before obtaining its current title in 1958. It is published monthly by Elsevier for the Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour in collaboration with the Animal Behavior Society. It covers all aspects of ethology, including behavioural ecology, evolution of behaviour, sociobiology, ethology, behavioural physiology, population biology, and navigation and migration. Less
Key Metrics
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- PublisherACADEMIC PRESS LTD- ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD
- LanguageEnglish
- FrequencyMonthly
- LanguageEnglish
- FrequencyMonthly
- Publication Start Year1938
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| Months | % Papers published |
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| 0-3 | 0% |
| 4-6 | 14% |
| 7-9 | 42% |
| >9 | 44% |
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FAQs
Since when has Animal Behaviour been publishing? 
The Animal Behaviour has been publishing since 1938 till date.
How frequently is the Animal Behaviour published?
Animal Behaviour is published Monthly.
What is the H-index. SNIP score, Citescore and SJR of Animal Behaviour?
Animal Behaviour has a H-index score of 181, Citescore of 4.5, SNIP score of 1.22, & SJR of Q1
Who is the publisher of Animal Behaviour?
The publisher of Animal Behaviour is ACADEMIC PRESS LTD- ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD.
Where can I find a journal's aims and scope of Animal Behaviour?
For the Animal Behaviour's Aims and Scope, please refer to the section above on the page.
How can I view the journal metrics of Animal Behaviour on editage?
For the Animal Behaviour metrics, please refer to the section above on the page.
What is the eISSN and pISSN number of Animal Behaviour?
The eISSN number is 1095-8282 and pISSN number is 0003-3472 for Animal Behaviour.
What is the focus of this journal?
The journal covers a wide range of topics inlcuding Sexual selection, Insect, Guinea pig, Passerine, External validation, Escape response, Darkness, Differential effects, Social learning, Positive feedback, Social environment, Mate choice, Structuring, Group behavior, Social isolation, Habitat, Information flow, Assay, Vocal learning, Wind speed.
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Absolutely. Publishing in reputable journals can enhance your academic profile, making you more competitive for grants, tenure, and other professional opportunities.
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