Special Issues

Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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The Management of Zoological Collections in Zoological Gardens and Museums
edited by , Flavio de Almeida Alves Junior and Karina Massei
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2937 | Submission Open
Keywords: zoos; aquariums; natural history museums; scientific collections; environmental awareness; scientific research
Effects of the Presence of Zoo Visitors on Zoo-Housed Penguins
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 699 | Submission Open
Keywords: penguins; visitor effects; human– animal interactions; behavior; welfare; reproduction; physiological parameters
A Legacy of Trees: Designing Arboretum for Conservation, Education, and Public Engagement
edited by Thaís Moreira Hidalgo de Almeida
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 515 | Submission Open
Keywords: arboreta; botanical garden; tree conservation; ex situ conservation; environmental education; living collection; public engagement
Examining Human-Animal Interactions in Zoos and Aquariums
edited by , Brian Ogle and Marie Suthers
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 514 | Submission Open
Keywords: human– animal interaction; human– animal relationships; animal– visitor interactions; anthrozoology; zoo; aquarium; ambassador animals
Integrative Conservation of Cryptogams submission deadline 31 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 286 | Submission Open
Keywords: bryophytes; lichens; algae; fungi; integrative conservation; conservation physiology; collections; germplasm; propagation; ex situ
Designing Nature in Cities: Revitalizing Botanical and Historical Gardens for Biodiversity and Public Engagement
edited by Seyedh Zohreh Hosseini and
submission deadline 15 Feb 2026 | Viewed by 191 | Submission Open
Keywords: heritage gardens; urban green space; green space planning; urban biodiversity; public engagement and cultural heritage; sustainable urbanism
Veterinary Science in Action: How Zoo and Aquarium Animals Are Diagnosed and Cured
edited by , Richard Sim and Josie Rose
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1680 | Submission Open
Keywords: aquarium; diagnosis; treatment; animal welfare; zoos; advanced imaging; molecular diagnostics
The Direct Contributions of Behavioral and Other Animal Research in Zoos and Aquariums to In-Situ and Ex-Situ Conservation
edited by , Jennifer Tobey, and Chase LaDue
submission deadline 1 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 696 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodiversity conservation; zoos; aquariums; wildlife conservation
Botanical Gardens, Museums and Universities: Hubs for Algae Collections and Ex Situ Conservation
edited by and Michelle Casanova
submission deadline 1 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 66 | Submission Open
Keywords: algae; collection; ex situ; conservation; taxonomy; ecology; phylogenetics; biogeography
Plant–Insect Interactions and Integrated Pest Management in Botanical Gardens submission deadline 30 Sep 2026 | Viewed by 138 | Submission Open
Keywords: plant pathogens; plant– insect interactions; botanical gardens; integrated pest management (IPM); insect-vectored diseases; plant health; sustainable plant protection; biodiversity conservation; invasive species; entomology; plant pathology; host– pathogen dynamics; biocontrol agents; ecological interactions; disease diagnostics; ornamental plants; molecular characterization; pest monitoring; ecosystem resilience
Managing Life: Conservation, Diversity, and Resources in Botanical and Zoological Institutions
edited by
submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 117 | Submission Open
Keywords: ex situ conservation; biodiversity management; living collections; species survival; genetic resources; sustainability; wildlife welfare; public engagement; conservation policy; institutional collaboration; environmental education
Intestinal Flora of Captive Animals Provides Insights for Comprehensive Conservation
edited by Dapeng Zhao and Hong Wu
submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 71 | Submission Open
Keywords: animal health; diversity of gut microbiota; behaviour– physiology interactions; diet-health relationships; environmental effects; ex situ conservation
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