Reviewer Evaluation Form
Journal: Zoological Records and Reviews
ISSN: 3117-7530
Manuscript Information
- Manuscript ID:
- Manuscript Title:
- Article Type: (Research Article / Review / Short Communication / Other)
- Reviewer Name: (Optional / Confidential)
- Date of Review:
Reviewer Declaration
Please confirm the following before proceeding:
- ☐ I have no conflict of interest with the authors or the research.
- ☐ I agree to treat this manuscript as confidential.
- ☐ I will provide an objective and unbiased review.
Section A: General Assessment
Please rate the manuscript on the following criteria:
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Criterion |
Excellent |
Good |
Fair |
Poor |
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Originality of the work |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Scientific significance |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Relevance to zoological sciences |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Contribution to existing knowledge |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
Section B: Methodology and Data Quality
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Criterion |
Yes |
Partially |
No |
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Research design is appropriate |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Methods are clearly described |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Data analysis is sound |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Results are reproducible |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
Comments on methodology and data quality:
(Please provide specific suggestions if improvements are needed)
Section C: Presentation and Structure
|
Criterion |
Yes |
Partially |
No |
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Title reflects content accurately |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Abstract is clear and informative |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Figures and tables are appropriate |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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References are relevant and sufficient |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
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Language and clarity are acceptable |
☐ |
☐ |
☐ |
Comments on presentation and clarity:
Section D: Ethical Considerations
- Does the manuscript comply with ethical standards? ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Not Applicable
- Are ethical approvals clearly stated (if required)? ☐ Yes ☐ No
- Any indication of plagiarism, data manipulation, or ethical concern?
☐ No concerns
☐ Potential concerns (please explain below)
Ethical comments (if any):
Section E: Strengths and Weaknesses
Major strengths of the manuscript:
Major weaknesses or limitations:
Section F: Detailed Comments for Authors
Please provide constructive comments to help the authors improve the manuscript.
(These comments will be shared with the authors)
Section G: Confidential Comments to the Editor
(These comments will NOT be shared with the authors)
Section H: Recommendation
Please select one recommendation:
- ☐ Accept without revision
- ☐ Accept with minor revisions
- ☐ Major revisions required
- ☐ Reject
Justification for recommendation:
Final Reviewer Confirmation
I confirm that this review reflects my honest and unbiased assessment of the manuscript.
- Reviewer Signature (optional):
- Date: