Journal profile · BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION
Ethnobiology and Conservation
ISSN 2238-4782 · Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco
Ethnobiology and Conservation: CAS Zone 4 · Environmental Science & Ecology (2025 upgraded edition); impact factor 1.7 (journal website); fully open access; APC about USD 400; 32 articles in 2025; indexed in ESCI and Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Ethnobiology and Conservation is published by Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco and is in Zone 4 of Environmental Science & Ecology in the CAS Journal Ranking (2025 upgraded edition). By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Ethnobotanical and Medicinal Plants Studies and Animal and Plant Science Education, together about 33.6% of its articles. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
Ethnobiology and Conservation (EC) is a high-quality, open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing knowledge at the intersection of ethnobiology and biodiversity conservation. EC publishes original research that explores the complex relationships between humans and nature, with an emphasis on theoretical, methodological, and applied contributions that foster biodiversity conservation, sustainability, and socioecological resilience. The journal welcomes studies in traditional ecological knowledge, human ecology, ethnoecology, ethnopharmacology, ecological anthropology, and the history and philosophy of science as they relate to biodiversity conservation. Contributions may also include research in animal and plant biology, ethology, biogeography, ecosystem management, and ethical and legal aspects of conservation. EC invites the submission of research articles, reviews, and short reviews (including systematic reviews and perspectives), short communications, hypothesis papers (manuscripts presenting untested original hypotheses), policy briefs, primers (introductory articles providing a first entry into a field, similar to traditional dictionaries), and checklists (original research articles presenting species lists within specific social-ecological contexts). All submissions should explicitly contribute to biodiversity conservation and sustainability. EC prioritizes studies that offer critical insights, theoretical advancements, or practical applications for biodiversity conservation. Manuscripts that are purely descriptive without a well-developed theoretical or analytical framework will not be prioritized for publication. We particularly encourage interdisciplinary approaches that integrate diverse perspectives, including those of Indigenous and local communities, in addressing contemporary conservation challenges. As a fully open-access journal, Ethnobiology and Conservation is committed to the broad dissemination of knowledge, fostering scientific dialogue, and promoting evidence-based decision-making for a sustainable future.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Wildlife Ecology and ConservationEnvironmental Science13.1%
- Ethnobotanical and Medicinal Plants StudiesAgricultural and Biological Sciences10.2%
- Animal and Plant Science EducationPsychology10.2%
- Conservation, Biodiversity, and Resource ManagementEnvironmental Science9.4%
- Primate Behavior and EcologyPsychology5.1%
- Fish biology, ecology, and behaviorEnvironmental Science5.1%
- Environmental and Cultural Studies in Latin America and BeyondEnvironmental Science4.9%
- Zoonotic diseases and public healthMedicine4.5%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Environmental Science & Ecology Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Environmental Science & Ecology | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Biodiversity Conservation | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: no
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Environmental Science & Ecology Zone 3
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Environmental Science & Ecology | Zone 3 |
| Minor | Biodiversity Conservation | Zone 3 |
Top journal: noReview journal: not marked
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
ESCIScopusLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
Web of SciencePublisher website
Other: Latindex, Index Copernicus
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- Impact factor (publisher) 2024
- 1.7Publisher website ·
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 3LetPub ·
- CiteScore (publisher) 2024
- 3.2Publisher website ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.37LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 0.6LetPub ·
- h-index
- 28OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 106OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 1.3OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 12.5%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 100%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 34LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 317 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 21 | 21 | 4 |
| 2025 | 32 | 32 | 28 |
| 2024 | 35 | 35 | 82 |
| 2023 | 26 | 26 | 141 |
| 2022 | 29 | 29 | 208 |
| 2021 | 30 | 30 | 239 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewPublisher website
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Fully open accessOpenAlex
Every article is open access; authors usually pay an article processing charge (APC).
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher website | USD 400 | — | — |
Other charges and waivers (author guidelines)
- Submission fee
- USD 400
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare4 items from the author guidelines
- Reference style
- Author–date
- Templates
- Word
- Suggested reviewers
- Required, 3
- Cover letter
- Required
Article types accepted10
- checklistChecklist: This category invites original research articles that present comprehensive species lists used in specific socio-ecological contexts.Length not stated
- editorialUpon receiving your manuscript, it will be handled directly by the editor-in-chief, unless the chief editor assigns a section editor or a member of the editoria…Length not stated
- hypothesisHypothesis: A manuscript presenting an original, untested hypothesis, based solely on a review of previously published literature rather than new data.Length not stated
- opinionOpinion: A manuscript that presents the author's personal perspective, interpretation, or critique on a specific topic within the journal's scope.Length not stated
- policy briefPolicy Brief: A document that summarizes key information on a topic of public interest, offering recommendations for decision-making and policy action.Length not stated
- primerPrimer: A brief introduction to a specific field or concept, offering foundational knowledge in a concise format.Length not stated
- research articleResearch Article: A comprehensive report of original research, including the following sections: Title page (with Abstract), Introduction, Materials and Methods…Length not stated
- reviewFor the review process, please provide the names and email addresses of three to five potential referees who are not affiliated with your home institution. You …Length not stated
- short communicationShort Communication (SC): A concise manuscript presenting original and significant findings.Length not stated
- short reviewShort Review: A concise overview of a specific topic relevant to the scope of the journal.Length not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteConflicts of interest, Publication ethics, Open access, Peer review
- Conflicts of interest Conflicts of Interest
Conflicts of interest (COIs), also known as ‘competing interests’, arise when external factors related to the research may reasonably influence its objectivity or neutrality in the assessment process. All potential conflicts of interest must be declared—regardless of whether they have had any actual influence—so that informed decisions can be made. Generally, the declaration of a COI does not prev…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics Ethical considerations
Authors must follow ethical guidelines stated in Ethical Standards & Best Practices. Model summary
Authors must follow ethical guidelines stated in Ethical Standards & Best Practices.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access
Publication fee required upon acceptance. Model summary
Once a manuscript is accepted for publication, authors are required to pay a publication fee, which is entirely reinvested into the maintenance and improvement of the journal.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer Review Process
Double-anonymized peer review; initial editorial assessment; at least two independent reviewers; final decision rests with the editors. Model summary
Ethnobiology and Conservation follows a double-anonymized peer review process to ensure fairness and scientific rigor. All submissions undergo an initial editorial assessment to determine their suitability for the journal. If deemed appropriate, manuscripts are sent to at least two independent reviewers for evaluation based on their scientific quality, originality, and relevance. The final decisio…
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco
- ISSN
- 2238-4782
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 15 (2026)
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗OpenAlex
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Ethnobiology and Conservation
What CAS zone is Ethnobiology and Conservation in?
In the 2025 upgraded edition of the CAS Journal Ranking, Ethnobiology and Conservation is in Zone 4 of Environmental Science & Ecology, and in Zone 4 of the minor category Biodiversity Conservation. In the 2026 Xinrui edition it is in Zone 3 of Environmental Science & Ecology. Zones from different editions, and from major and minor categories, are not interchangeable.
What is the impact factor of Ethnobiology and Conservation?
The journal's website gives an impact factor of 1.7 (2024); this is the journal's own figure, as LetPub lists none for it; CiteScore 3, h-index 28.
What are the manuscript requirements of Ethnobiology and Conservation?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Reference style: Author–date; Templates: Word; Suggested reviewers: Required, 3; Cover letter: Required. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Which databases index Ethnobiology and Conservation?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Ethnobiology and Conservation is indexed in ESCI and Scopus. The journal's website also lists Web of Science; that list has not been checked against each database.
Is Ethnobiology and Conservation open access, and what is the APC?
Ethnobiology and Conservation is a fully open-access journal. APC about USD 400.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, Publisher website, OpenAlex; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-25). Last updated: .