Behaviour (journal)
Behaviour is a peer-reviewed scientific journal covering the field of ethology, the scientific study of animal behaviour. It is one of the oldest and most respected journals in the field.
Scope and Focus
The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, and short communications on a wide range of topics related to animal behaviour, including:
- Social behaviour
- Communication
- Foraging behaviour
- Reproductive behaviour
- Developmental behaviour
- Cognitive behaviour
- Behavioural ecology
- Evolutionary behaviour
- Physiological and hormonal influences on behaviour
Behaviour aims to provide a platform for high-quality research that advances our understanding of the mechanisms, functions, and evolution of animal behaviour in diverse species and contexts. The journal welcomes submissions from researchers around the world.
History
Behaviour was founded in 1947 by Gerard Baerends, Niko Tinbergen, and Konrad Lorenz, three of the founding fathers of ethology. It quickly became a leading journal in the field and has played a significant role in the development of ethological research.
Publication Details
- Publisher: Brill
- Frequency: Approximately 8 issues per year
- Language: English
- ISSN: 0005-7959 (print), 1568-539X (online)
- Website: brill.com (search for "Behaviour" within Brill's journal listings)
Abstracting and Indexing
Behaviour is indexed in a variety of databases, including:
- Web of Science
- Scopus
- BIOSIS Previews
- Zoological Record
Impact Factor
The journal's impact factor varies from year to year, but it consistently ranks among the top journals in the field of animal behavior. Researchers often consult journal impact factors to assess the relative importance of a publication.