Journal of Plant and Animal Ecology

Journal of Plant and Animal Ecology

Journal of Plant and Animal Ecology – Submit Paper

Open Access & Peer-Reviewed

Submit Manuscript

Submit Manuscript

JPAE offers a streamlined submission experience designed to enhance the quality and impact of your ecological research.

Open Access Freely accessible to all readers
Peer Reviewed Rigorous single-blind review
Fast Processing Efficient editorial workflow
Author Support Responsive editorial team

Online Submission

Submit through ManuscriptZone portal for advanced tracking and peer review management.

Quick Form

Use our streamlined web form for simple, fast manuscript submission.

Email Submission

Send directly to [email protected] with all required documents.

Types of Publications

We publish various manuscript types including original research, reviews, letters, editorials, case reports, clinical trials, rapid communications, commentaries, theses, literature reviews, opinions, mini-reviews, book reviews, perspectives, conference proceedings, and short communications.

Original Research

Empirical studies presenting novel findings in plant and animal ecology.

Reviews

Comprehensive syntheses of existing ecological literature.

Methods Papers

Novel methodological approaches for ecological research.

Short Communications

Brief reports of significant preliminary findings.

How to Submit
1

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2

Navigate

Go to "Submit Manuscript" under the Manuscripts tab.

3

Upload Files

Enter manuscript details and upload all required files.

4

Track Progress

Monitor status and receive editorial feedback online.

Alternative: Use our Quick Submission Form for easier submission, or email directly to [email protected].

Pre-Submission Checklist
  • Title Page: Manuscript title, all author names, affiliations, and corresponding author contact
  • Abstract: Concise summary with objectives, methods, key results, and conclusions
  • Keywords: Relevant terms for indexing and search optimization
  • Main Text: Clear headings, properly cited references, well-organized content
  • Tables and Figures: Properly labeled, referenced in text, descriptive captions
  • Cover Letter: Professional letter outlining significance and novelty of research
Manuscript Processing
Stage Typical Timing Focus
Initial Screening 1-2 weeks Completeness and guideline compliance
Plagiarism Check Included iThenticate verification (≤30% similarity)
Editor Assignment 1 week Expert editor based on subject matter
Peer Review 3-6 weeks Expert evaluation and feedback
Editorial Decision 1 week Accept, revisions, or reject with comments
Post-Submission
  • Revisions: If required, you will receive detailed feedback. Submit revised manuscripts promptly.
  • Acceptance: Upon acceptance, manuscript proceeds to publication stage with confirmation.
  • Rejection: Feedback provided to guide potential resubmissions or improvements.
Additional Resources

Author Guidelines

Detailed manuscript preparation instructions.

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Editor Guidelines

Information on evaluation and editorial processes.

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Reviewer Guidelines

Standards for peer reviewer evaluation.

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FAQs

Common questions about submissions and publication.

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