Herpetology
A section of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615).
Section Information
Herpetology is a section in the open access journal Animals that focuses on the study of reptiles and amphibians.
This section is a valuable resource for those interested in herpetology, as it provides free access to the most recent and relevant research in the field, including but not limited to behavior, conservation, diseases, ecology, evolution, genetics, parasitology, physiology, reproduction, systematics, and taxonomy.
Additionally, it also covers topics related to the welfare, medicine, and captive management of reptiles and amphibians.
Editorial Board
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Brain and Sensory Systems in Non-Avian Reptiles (Deadline: 31 May 2026)
- Reproductive Ecology and Parental Care in Amphibians and Reptiles (Deadline: 1 June 2026)
- Advances in Reptile and Amphibian Infectious Diseases (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Conservation of Global Amphibian Diversity Under Climate and Environmental Change (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Integrative Approaches to the Genetics and Conservation of Amphibians and Reptiles (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Advances in Reproductive Technologies for Anuran Conservation (Deadline: 3 October 2026)
- Evolution, Diversity, and Conservation of Herpetofauna: Third Edition (Deadline: 20 November 2026)
- Current Research in Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery (Deadline: 30 November 2026)
- Non-Invasive Wildlife Disease Surveillance in Amphibians and Reptiles (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Advances in Understanding the Ecological Impact of Light and Noise Pollution on Amphibians and Reptiles (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Unraveling the Mysteries of Sea Turtles: Diseases and Well-Being in One Health Framework (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
