Welcome to Aquamarine Fisheries Journal (AFJ)

Aquamarine Fisheries Journal (AFJ) is an open-access scientific journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in marine and fisheries sciences in tropical regions. The journal serves as a platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, and stakeholders to disseminate high-quality research findings, including original research articles, review papers, and short communications.

Aims of the Journal

The journal aims to promote scientific communication and innovation in tropical marine and fisheries research, support the sustainable use of aquatic resources, and bridge the gap between science, management, and policy at local, regional, and global levels.

Focus and Scope

AFJ accepts manuscripts in (but not limited to) the following fields:

  • Marine Biology and Marine Ecology
  • Marine Geology and Marine Geodesy
  • Physical, Chemical, and Biological Oceanography
  • Marine Pollution and Marine Environmental Management
  • Marine Remote Sensing and Marine GIS
  • Marine Microbiology
  • Coastal Zone and Coastal Resource Management
  • Fisheries Product Processing and Fisheries Technology
  • Biodiversity and Taxonomy of Marine and Fisheries Organisms
  • Fishing Gear, Fishing Technology, and Capture Fisheries
  • Aquaculture (marine, brackish, and freshwater)
  • Fish and Shellfish Diseases and Health Management
  • Utilization and Management of Fishery Resources
  • Fisheries Biology, Population Dynamics, and Stock Assessment
  • Fisheries Agribusiness, Socio-Economics, and Fisheries Policy

Why Publish with AFJ?

  • Double-blind peer review to ensure scientific rigor and integrity.
  • Experienced Editorial Board with expertise in marine and fisheries sciences.
  • Immediate open access to all articles, enhancing visibility and citation potential.
  • Focus on tropical issues relevant to researchers and policymakers.
  • Efficient editorial process with clear review and publication timelines.

Publication Frequency

Aquamarine Fisheries Journal is published three times a year, in January, May, and October. Each issue contains high-quality research articles in tropical marine and fisheries sciences.

Call for Papers

The Editorial Board invites authors to submit original research articles, review papers, and short communications that fall within the journal’s focus and scope. Before submission, authors are strongly encouraged to read the Author Guidelines carefully and ensure that their manuscripts follow the journal’s formatting requirements and publication ethics.

Manuscripts are submitted online through the journal’s online submission system. Any inquiries related to the submission process may be addressed to the Editorial Office via the Contact page.