African Zoology
- Publisher
- Zoological Society of Southern Africa
- ISSN
- 1562-7020; 2224-073X
- Country
- South Africa
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Science and Technology
About this journal
African Zoology is a peer-reviewed scientific journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research on the diverse and fascinating wildlife of the African continent. It embraces a broad scope, covering all aspects of zoology, from the molecular and cellular levels to the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of animal populations. The journal welcomes original research articles, reviews, and short communications, all contributing to a comprehensive understanding of African fauna.
Key themes within African Zoology include taxonomy and systematics, morphology and anatomy, physiology and behavior, ecology and conservation, and evolutionary biology. Studies on a wide range of animal groups are presented, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates. The journal particularly emphasizes research that addresses critical conservation issues, such as habitat loss, climate change, and human-wildlife conflict. This focus aims to inform policy decisions and contribute to the sustainable management of African biodiversity.
The audience for African Zoology encompasses a diverse group of researchers, educators, and practitioners working in the fields of zoology, ecology, conservation biology, and related disciplines. The journal serves as a valuable platform for sharing cutting-edge research and fostering collaboration among scientists across the globe. Its high-quality publications contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge and inform conservation efforts aimed at preserving Africa's exceptional wildlife heritage.
African Zoology has established itself as a leading journal in its field, making significant contributions to the understanding and conservation of African biodiversity. Its publications have received wide recognition within the scientific community and have informed conservation policies and practices. The journal continues to attract high-impact research, promoting collaboration and innovation in the study of African wildlife.
Volumes (20 articles)
Volume 51, Issue 4 (2016)
Volume 49, Issue 2 (2014)
- First Record of an Intraleucocytic Haemogregarine (Adeleorina: Haemogregarinidae) from South African Tortoises of the Species<i>Stigmochelys pardalis</i>(Cryptodira: Testudinidae)
- Microsatellite DNA Analyses Reveal Population Subdivisions Among the Recently Introduced Nile Perch (<i>Lates</i>spp.) in Lake Victoria
- Microsatellite Markers for Population Genetic Studies of the Rock Firefinch,<i>Lagonosticta sanguinodorsalis</i>
- Phenology, Nest-Site Selection and Breeding Success of a North African Colony of the Yellow-Legged Gull,<i>Larus michahellis</i>
Volume 48, Issue 1 (2013)
- Chromosomal Rearrangements Occurred Repeatedly and Independently during Species Diversification in Malagasy Geckos, Genus<i>Paroedura</i>
- Competing Seed Consumers Drive the Evolution of Scatter-Hoarding: Why Rodents do Not Put All Their Seeds in One Larder
- Determining the Most Suitable Method of Otolith Preparation for Estimating the Age of Tigerfish,<i>Hydrocynus vittatus</i>in the Pongolapoort Dam, South Africa