Hydrobiologia is a peer-reviewed journal that investigates the biology of freshwater and marine environments, including the impact of human activities. Covers biological research in limnology and oceanography. Publishes research on molecular-, organism-, and ecosystem/community level studies, including systematics and aquatic ecology. Presents theoretical and experimental research. Encourages contributions that support and advance the UN’s sustainable development goal SDG14 (Life below water). Publishes themed collections in aquatic sciences. Honorary Editor-In-Chief Henri J. Dumont
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
1573-5117
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Indexed in a trusted database?
WoS, Scopus
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Peer review process documented?
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
N/A
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
N/A
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Plagiarism detection in place?
N/A
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
N/A
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Aquatic ScienceQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Scopus Categories
Aquatic Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Aquatic Ecosystems and Phytoplankton DynamicsFish Ecology and Management StudiesAquatic Invertebrate Ecology and BehaviorFreshwater macroinvertebrate diversity and ecologyMarine and coastal ecosystemsMarine Biology and Ecology ResearchMarine and fisheries researchSoil and Water Nutrient DynamicsMarine and coastal plant biologyFish Biology and Ecology Studies