Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology

01/09/2025

27/08/2025

27/08/2025

27/08/2025

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09/08/2025

⭐ New JABB Issue – Vol. 13, No. 3 (July 2025) is now live! ⭐

Discover groundbreaking studies in animal biometeorology and behaviour:

🐦 Anthropogenic noise and vegetation cover affect the vocalizations of resident Oriental magpie-robins in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Analysis of urban noise and vegetation impacts on vocal communication in Oriental magpie-robins. Madhu Maharjan et al.
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🏇 The impact of climatic conditions on the behavioural activity and productivity of herd horses
Ethological observations reveal how climate variations influence horse activity and productivity in Kazakhstan. Tlekbol Sharapatov et al.
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🐄 Correlation between weather conditions and the watering cycle of beef cows in pastures
Study of meteorological factors and hydration patterns in beef cattle grazing in northern Kazakhstan. Saule Bostanova et al.
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📊 Comparative evaluation of 3D visualization systems for automated assessment of cattle exterior traits
Insights from Kinect 2.0, OAK-D, and manual measurements for evaluating cattle conformation. Anuarbek Bissembayev et al.
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💡 Chitosan and corn oil as functional feed additives: Effects on rumen microbial activity, methane suppression, and fatty acid profiles
Investigation of functional additives in ruminant diets: impacts on rumen microbiota and methane emissions. Mardiati Zain et al.
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📌 Access the full issue to explore more papers:
🔗 Link in bio
(https://malque.pub/ojs/index.php/jabb/issue/view/188)
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📣 Call for Papers – JABB
Submit your manuscript to the Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology, dedicated to exploring environmental influences on animal behaviour.

🚀 Open Access (CC BY)
📚 Indexed in WoS, Scopus, SJR, EBSCO, Google Scholar
📈 2024 Impact Factor: 1.4 | Q2 in Scopus
⌛ Average first decision time: 42 days
💸 APC: 990 USD

🔬 Join a global community advancing animal biometeorology research.

03/07/2025

📢 Official Impact Factor Update (JCR 2024)

The Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology (JABB) has just received its new Journal Impact Factor (JIF) in the 2024 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate Analytics)! 🚀🚀🚀

🔹 JIF 2024: 1.4
🔹 5-Year JIF: 1.4
🔹 JCI (Journal Citation Indicator): 0.51
🔹 Category: Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
🔹 Quartile: Q3 (46th out of 86 journals)
🔹 Position among Brazilian journals indexed in WoS: 55th out of 393

📚 This achievement reflects the growing relevance of JABB at the intersection of animal behaviour, biometeorology, and animal welfare across multiple species.

We thank all our authors, reviewers, and editors for their invaluable contributions to this success!

📩 Submit your paper to JABB!
🔗 malque.pub/jabb [Link in Bio]

28/06/2025

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🐾 JABB reaches CiteScore 3.4 and stands out among Q2 journals in Animal Science!

We are proud to announce that the (JABB) has achieved a CiteScore of 3.4 in the latest Scopus 2024 update! 🔬📈

📊 Position in Animal Science and Zoology (2024):
💡 130th out of 509 journals
🏅 Quartile: Q2

➡️ How is CiteScore calculated?
CiteScore reflects the average number of citations received per document published in the previous four years (2021–2024). It includes all document types indexed in Scopus, such as research articles, reviews, conference papers, and data papers.

🏷️ What is a Quartile (Q)?
Scopus classifies journals into four quartiles within each subject area. Q1 includes the top 25% of journals; Q2 reflects strong and competitive journals with growing impact and visibility—like JABB.

📚 This result confirms JABB's growing international recognition and reinforces Malque Publishing as a respected publisher in the fields of animal science, biometeorology, and animal welfare. We thank all our authors, reviewers, and readers for their continued support!

🔗 See our Scopus profile: https://www.scopus.com/sourceid/21100791269

📩 Submit your paper to JABB! malque.pub/jabb

21/06/2025

JABB is Q2!

🐾 JABB rises to Q2 in SJR and stands out in animal science!
We are proud to announce that the Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology (JABB) has reached a major milestone in the 2025 Scimago Journal Rank (SJR) update! 📢
With consistent dedication to publishing high-quality research in Animal Science and Zoology, JABB is now officially ranked in Q2, reflecting its strong and growing scientific impact.
📊 2024 Metrics (updated in 2025):
📈 Cites/Doc (2 years): 1.53
🌍 Global Rank: 173/521
🌎 Latin America: 5/52
🇧🇷 Brazil: 4/26
This achievement is a result of the collective work of our editorial team, reviewers, and outstanding authors. Thank you for your trust and contributions!
🔗 See our full ranking on Scimago: [Link in Bio] https://www.scimagojr.com/journalsearch.php?q=21100791269&tip=sid&clean=0

11/06/2025

Would You Keep This Predator in a Tank? 🐟🩸

What happens when you take a carnivorous fish from the wild and try to breed it in a controlled tank?

In a groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology, researchers investigated the delicate balance between environment and diet to unlock the reproductive secrets of the elusive Belida fish (Notopterus notopterus).

The Belida is an endemic species in Indonesia with high commercial value, both as food and ornamental fish. Its natural populations are declining due to overfishing. Developing sustainable aquaculture methods is critical not only for maintaining its availability in the market but also for supporting biodiversity conservation. Yet, little was known about the optimal stocking density and feeding strategies to trigger successful reproduction in captivity—until now.

📌 Study Highlights:

🔬 Researchers designed an experiment testing two key variables: stocking density (5, 10, and 15 fish/m³) and types of feed (trash fish vs. pellets).

📈 Multiple physiological and behavioral parameters were recorded over time: gonadosomatic index (GSI), fecundity, egg diameter, and semen volume.

💡 Behavioral responses were closely observed to assess the impact of environmental stress and feeding stimuli on reproductive performance.

🧪 Detailed laboratory analyses complemented field observations, providing a holistic view of how controlled settings affect reproductive biology.

🎯 What did they discover?

The optimal conditions for Belida reproduction occurred at the lowest density (5 fish/m³) combined with a natural carnivorous diet (trash fish). This combination yielded the highest reproductive metrics, including a GSI of 5.8%, 6,053 eggs per female, and larger egg diameter (2.49 mm). These findings offer practical insights for aquaculture and species conservation—highlighting the importance of replicating natural conditions to promote reproductive success in captivity.

📖 Read the full article: [Link in Bio] https://doi.org/10.31893/jabb.20024

09/06/2025

🌊 World Oceans Day: Why It Matters More Than Ever

Ocean... It is a world of vibrant corals, mysterious deep-sea creatures, colorful schools of fish, and majestic marine mammals. From microscopic plankton to ancient whales, the ocean is filled with color, life, and unanswered questions. Its vastness hides ecosystems still unknown to science, harboring secrets that continue to inspire awe, imagination, and discovery. Protecting the ocean means preserving one of the most spectacular and essential living systems on Earth.

Celebrated annually on June 8, World Oceans Day was officially recognized by the United Nations in 2008, though it originated from a 1992 proposal during the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro.

This date serves as a global call to action for the sustainable management of oceans, which cover over 70% of our planet, regulate climate, provide food and livelihood for billions, and are home to an immense diversity of life.

Yet today, oceans face mounting threats:
• Pollution and plastic waste
• Climate change and ocean acidification
• Overfishing and biodiversity loss

📚 In celebration of this day, we invite you to dive into Malque Ocean Week and explore scientific research that supports marine conservation and understanding:

🔬 Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology (JABB)
🦀 Article: Human disturbance affects behavioural time allocation in a fiddler crab
→ Investigates how human activities impact the behavior of coastal marine species.
https://malque.pub/ojs/index.php/jabb/article/view/955

📖 Multidisciplinary Science Journal (MSJ)
🌊 Article: Innovative approaches to marine environmental protection: Assessing the impact of community engagement, technology, and policy enforcement
→ Explores strategies for sustainable marine ecosystem health through community involvement and policy.
https://malque.pub/ojs/index.php/msj/article/view/7190

🧬 Multidisciplinary Reviews (MR)
🧪 Article: The impact of environmental microplastics as emerging carcinogens
→ Reviews the potential health risks of microplastics, highlighting their prevalence in marine environments.
https://malque.pub/ojs/index.php/mr/article/view/4532

💙 The ocean is more than water — it’s wonder.

🔗 Explore articles above at our blog: [Link in Bio]

06/06/2025

Would you believe that a vulture’s success in raising chicks can be predicted just by how they spend their time? 🦅🦅

A study published in the Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology reveals how mathematical models can help us decode the breeding behavior of the critically endangered White-rumped Vulture in Nepal.

Researchers observed 8 vulture pairs across different nests and used Markov Chain Models to analyze their activities during the breeding season. The findings show that pairs that spent over 70% of their time on breeding behaviors were the most successful in raising offspring.

By modeling transitions between foraging, roosting, and breeding, the team demonstrated how behavior prediction can guide conservation strategies—especially in planning optimal moments to protect nesting areas.

📌 Study Highlights:
🔎 8 breeding pairs were observed in the western lowlands of Nepal over a 60-day period.
🧠 9 behavioral states were identified and categorized.
📈 Successful nests had higher frequencies of reproductive behavior and less time spent on non-breeding activities.
🧮 Markov Chain Models accurately estimated the probability of behavior sequences over time.
🎯 The model helped identify which behavioral transitions are most critical for nesting success.

This innovative approach provides a new framework not only for vultures but also for broader wildlife behavior studies.

📖 Read the full article: https://doi.org/10.31893/jabb.23024 [Link in Bio]

🔬 This research was conducted by:

Ramji Gautam, Prithvi Narayan Campus

Bishnu Prasad Gautam, Kanazawa Gakuin University ()
Yusuke Noda, Okayama Prefectural University
Jerrold L. Belant, Michigan State University ()
Hari Prasad Sharma, Tribhuvan University & Nepal Zoological Society