Call for Papers
Advancing ecological science through rigorous research on plant-animal interactions and ecosystem dynamics.
Journal of Plant and Animal Ecology
We invite researchers worldwide to submit original manuscripts addressing fundamental and applied questions in plant and animal ecology. Your research can contribute to our understanding of species interactions, ecosystem processes, and conservation challenges.
JPAE provides rigorous peer review, global open access visibility, and permanent archiving for quality ecological research.
The Journal of Plant and Animal Ecology is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research in terrestrial and aquatic ecology, species interactions, population dynamics, community structure, and ecosystem functioning. We serve researchers, conservationists, and policymakers working to understand and protect ecological systems.
Our editorial board comprises leading ecologists from universities and research institutions committed to advancing ecological knowledge through transparent, reproducible research. We maintain rigorous peer review standards while providing responsive editorial support throughout the publication process.
Why Publish With Us: Immediate open access, rigorous single-blind peer review (typically 3-6 weeks), DOI assignment, metadata distribution to major indexing services, and permanent digital archiving. Your research reaches scientists, practitioners, and policymakers without subscription barriers.
We welcome submissions across all areas of plant and animal ecology. Current priority areas include:
Species Interactions
Predator-prey dynamics, competition, mutualism, pollination ecology, and herbivory patterns across ecosystems.
Population Ecology
Abundance estimation, demographic analysis, population viability, and conservation genetics applications.
Community Dynamics
Species diversity, succession, community assembly, and functional trait approaches to ecological questions.
Conservation Ecology
Habitat restoration, protected area effectiveness, endangered species recovery, and human-wildlife conflict.
Climate Impacts
Range shifts, phenological changes, species distribution modeling, and ecosystem resilience to climate change.
Landscape Ecology
Habitat fragmentation, connectivity, spatial patterns, and remote sensing applications in ecological research.
We publish several article formats to accommodate different research contributions:
- Original Research Articles: Full-length manuscripts presenting novel findings with complete methodology, results, and discussion of ecological patterns and processes.
- Review Articles: Comprehensive syntheses of current knowledge on significant topics in plant and animal ecology, including meta-analyses.
- Short Communications: Brief reports of preliminary findings, natural history observations, or novel methodological approaches warranting rapid dissemination.
- Methods Papers: Detailed descriptions of new or improved techniques applicable to ecological field research and data analysis.
- Commentaries: Expert perspectives on emerging issues, conservation policies, or recent publications in the ecological sciences.
Global Visibility
Open access publication ensures unrestricted readership among scientists, conservation practitioners, and policymakers worldwide.
Rigorous Review
Single-blind peer review by subject matter experts ensures scientific rigor and methodological quality.
Permanent Access
DOI assignment and digital archiving guarantee your research remains accessible and citable indefinitely.
Author Rights
CC BY 4.0 licensing allows authors to retain copyright while enabling broad dissemination and data reuse.
Submissions undergo editorial screening for scope fit, study design quality, and data transparency. Qualified manuscripts move to single-blind peer review with subject matter experts. Our typical timeline includes initial screening within 1-2 weeks, peer review in 3-6 weeks, author revisions in 2-4 weeks, and production within 2-3 weeks after acceptance.
Authors may submit manuscripts through two convenient pathways:
- ManuscriptZone Portal: Our online submission system at oap.manuscriptzone.net provides manuscript tracking, reviewer communication, and revision management.
- Simple Submission Form: For quick submissions, use our online form to upload your manuscript directly.
- Email Submission: Send manuscripts to [email protected] with subject line including journal name.
Prepare your manuscript following our Instructions for Authors. Include a cover letter explaining the significance of your research and its relevance to the journal scope.
JPAE operates under an open access model to ensure ecological research is discoverable and reusable. Article Processing Charges are applied after acceptance and support peer review, production, and archiving services. Membership options and waiver programs are available for eligible authors. Contact the editorial office at [email protected] for guidance on APC support.
JPAE emphasizes transparent, reproducible ecological research. Authors should provide data availability statements indicating how underlying data and code can be accessed. We encourage deposition in public repositories such as Dryad, Figshare, or institutional archives. For field studies, include geographic coordinates, habitat descriptions, and sampling protocols sufficient for independent replication. Statistical methods and software versions should be fully documented to support reproducibility.
We welcome proposals for special issues on emerging topics in plant and animal ecology. Guest editors can organize focused collections addressing specific themes, conservation challenges, or methodological advances. Proposals should include topic description, potential contributors, and timeline. Contact the editorial office at [email protected] to discuss special issue opportunities.
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