African Invertebrates
- Publisher
- ARC Plant Protection Research Institute
- ISSN
- 1681-5556; 2305-2562
- Country
- South Africa
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Science and Technology
- Access
- Open access
About this journal
African Invertebrates' is a peer-reviewed scientific journal dedicated to the study and understanding of the diverse invertebrate fauna of the African continent. The journal's scope encompasses all aspects of invertebrate biology, including taxonomy, systematics, ecology, evolution, behavior, and conservation. It welcomes original research articles, review papers, short communications, and book reviews on topics related to the invertebrates of Africa.
The journal's key themes revolve around the exploration of the fascinating diversity, ecological roles, and conservation challenges faced by African invertebrates. It particularly emphasizes studies that contribute to the understanding of the unique adaptations and evolutionary histories of these creatures in a continent characterized by diverse habitats and climates. The journal seeks to advance knowledge on the impact of human activities on invertebrate populations and ecosystems, promoting sustainable management practices and conservation efforts.
The audience for 'African Invertebrates' comprises a broad spectrum of scientists, researchers, and educators working in the field of invertebrate zoology. The journal attracts the interest of taxonomists, ecologists, evolutionary biologists, conservationists, and entomologists, among others. It provides a platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research and the fostering of collaborations among researchers interested in the study of African invertebrates.
The impact of 'African Invertebrates' lies in its contribution to the advancement of our understanding of the rich invertebrate biodiversity of Africa. The journal provides a valuable resource for researchers, fostering scientific discourse and promoting awareness of the crucial role invertebrates play in African ecosystems. By disseminating new findings and fostering collaboration, 'African Invertebrates' contributes to the development of effective conservation strategies for the continent's invertebrate fauna, ensuring the preservation of this vital component of Africa's natural heritage.
Volumes (40 articles)
Volume 60, Issue 1 (2019)
- On the species of the genus Mistaria Lehtinen, 1967 studied by Roewer (1955) from Africa (Araneae, Agelenidae)
- New information about the pre-imaginal morphology of genus Graptomyza (Diptera, Syrphidae, Volucellini): description of third-instar larva and re-description of puparium of G. signata (Walker, 1860)
Volume 59, Issue 2 (2018)
Volume 58, Issue 1 (2017)
Volume 57, Issue 1 (2016)
Volume 57, Issue 2 (2016)
Volume 56, Issue 2 (2015)
Volume 56, Issue 3 (2015)
Volume 55, Issue 2 (2014)
Volume 54, Issue 2 (2013)
Volume 53, Issue 1 (2012)
Volume 52, Issue 2 (2011)
Volume 51, Issue 2 (2010)
- Description of Two New Species of<i>Zinophora</i>Chamberlin, 1927 (Diplopoda: Spirostreptida: Harpagophoridae), with Discussion of Species Groups in the Genus
- <i>Aphasmaphleps</i>, a New Genus of Long-Legged Flies from Senegal, with a Key to the Genera of Afrotropical Diaphorinae (Diptera: Dolichopodidae)