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Frontiers in Ethology

Frontiers Media S.A. · Switzerland

eISSN2813-5091
✓ DOAJ✓ Open Access
52
/ 100
Established
PubScope credibility score from verifiable indexing & ethics signals
Score Breakdown
◆ DOAJ-listed52
Total52

Aims & Scope

Frontiers in Ethology publishes rigorously peer-reviewed research on the behavior of animals, from molecular to evolutionary levels. The journal covers all aspects of ethology, including behavioral ecology, neuroethology, comparative psychology, and conservation behavior. We welcome original research, reviews, and perspective articles that advance our understanding of animal behavior.

General Information

Country / RegionSwitzerland
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published—
StatusActive
Total Publications—
Publisher OrgFrontiers Media
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Submission Info

APC CostCHF 1,950
Peer ReviewAnonymous peer review
Review Time—
Acceptance Rate—
OA LicenseCC BY
OA Rate—

Ethics & Quality

COPE Member✗ No
OASPA Member✗ No
Not on Predatory Lists✓ Yes
Plagiarism Detection✓ Yes
📦 Long-term Preservation
CLOCKSSPortico

Think.Check.Submit Compliance

11/12 · 92%
✅
Do you know the journal / publisher?
Frontiers Media S.A.
✅
Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
✅
Is the ISSN verified?
2813-5091
✅
Indexed in a trusted database?
DOAJ
✅
Peer review process documented?
Anonymous peer review
❌
Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
✅
APC fees clearly disclosed?
CHF 1,950
✅
Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
✅
Long-term digital preservation?
CLOCKSS, Portico
✅
Plagiarism detection in place?
Yes
✅
Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
✅
Primary language documented?
English

Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.

Subject Classification

Research Topics (OpenAlex)

Animal Behavior and Welfare StudiesAnimal Behavior and ReproductionHuman-Animal Interaction StudiesPrimate Behavior and EcologyWildlife Ecology and ConservationAnimal Vocal Communication and BehaviorPlant and animal studiesNeuroendocrine regulation and behaviorAnimal Nutrition and PhysiologyAmphibian and Reptile Biology

Frequently asked questions about Frontiers in Ethology

Is Frontiers in Ethology a predatory journal?

PubScope has no integrity flags on record for Frontiers in Ethology: it is indexed in DOAJ, and is not on DOAJ's withdrawn list. Its PubScope Trust Score is 52/100. Indexing is a transparency signal, not a guarantee — always confirm fit and policies before submitting.

What is the impact factor of Frontiers in Ethology?

Frontiers in Ethology is not in the Web of Science Core Collection, so it has no official Clarivate Journal Impact Factor.

Is Frontiers in Ethology indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?

Frontiers in Ethology is indexed in DOAJ.

What is the aims and scope of Frontiers in Ethology?

Frontiers in Ethology publishes rigorously peer-reviewed research on the behavior of animals, from molecular to evolutionary levels. The journal covers all aspects of ethology, including behavioral ecology, neuroethology, comparative psychology, and conservation behavior. We welcome original research, reviews, and perspective articles that advance our understanding of animal behavior.

How much does it cost to publish in Frontiers in Ethology?

Frontiers in Ethology charges an article processing charge (APC) of about CHF 1,950 for open-access publication.

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