ZooKeys is a rapidly published, open-access journal dedicated to animal taxonomy. It aims to provide a fast and efficient platform for the publication of taxonomic revisions, descriptions of new taxa, faunistic surveys, and biodiversity-related data. The journal covers all aspects of zoological taxonomy and systematics, including morphology, genetics, evolution, and biogeography of animals.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Agricultural and Biological Sciences (miscellaneous)Q1
Animal Science and ZoologyQ1
Insect ScienceQ1
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and SystematicsQ2
PaleontologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Zoology
Scopus Categories
Animal Science and ZoologyAgricultural and Biological Sciences (miscellaneous)PaleontologyInsect ScienceEcology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Lepidoptera: Biology and TaxonomyPlant and animal studiesColeoptera Taxonomy and DistributionHymenoptera taxonomy and phylogenyMarine Biology and Ecology ResearchInsect-Plant Interactions and ControlSpider Taxonomy and Behavior StudiesFossil Insects in AmberForest Insect Ecology and ManagementSpecies Distribution and Climate Change