Journal of Vertebrate Biology

 open access journal 
Institute of Vertebrate Biology
Faculty of Environmental Sciences

Journal Overview

The Journal of Vertebrate Biology (formerly Folia Zoologica, founded in 1938) publishes high-quality original research papers of broad interest. The Journal welcomes hypothesis-driven papers on the behaviour, ecology, physiology, anatomy, developmental biology, taxonomy, and evolution of vertebrates, including research at the interface of these disciplines. Published work includes empirical and theoretical approaches primarily focusing on vertebrates, including humans.

Latest Articles

Survival rate of embryos after experimental water immersion in one of the most adaptable bird species, the common gallinule (Gallinula galeata)

Alexandru N. STERMIN, Isabela S. MORAES, Gabriele RETEZ, Jean S. PINTO, Rafael S. SAINT-CLAIR and Maria Alice S. ALVES
J. Vertebr. Biol. 2025, 74: 24123 DOI: 10.25225/jvb.24123
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Published on: 21 March 2025

Variation and complexity of the enamel pattern in the first lower molar of the common pine vole Microtus subterraneus (L., 1761) (Mammalia: Rodentia: Arvicolinae)

Matthias JENTZSCH, Antonia S. MÜHLE and Ruben SCHREITER
J. Vertebr. Biol. 2025, 74: 25002 DOI: 10.25225/jvb.25002
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Published on: 18 March 2025

New species of Rupirana (Heyer, 1999) (Anura, Leptodactylidae) from Serra do Assuruá, center-north of Bahia state, Brazil

Sarah MÂNGIA, Guilherme do AMARAL, Márcia MULLER and Diego J. SANTANA
J. Vertebr. Biol. 2025, 74: 24121 DOI: 10.25225/jvb.24121
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Published on: 14 March 2025

Editors' profiles

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Carl Smith

Vladimír Bejček

e-ISSN 2694-7684

Abbreviation: J. Vertebr. Biol.

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Benefits to authors

  • Diamond Open Access
  • Impact factor is 1.5
  • No publication charges
  • Rapid reviewing (average of 21 days to first decision)
  • No formatting required for initial submission
  • Assistance with English correction for non-native speakers

Biennial Report

Biennial report is a traditional publication of the Institute of Vertebrate Biology (IVB). The major goal of this report is to provide both a representative overview of the extensive range of research activities undertaken at the IVB and to inform the reader about the most important news and events, all in a style that is fully accessible to the interested layperson

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