Fungal Diversity

Fungal Diversity is a premier, peer-reviewed scientific journal dedicated to advancing the study of mycology in its broadest sense. Published by Springer Netherlands, the journal serves as a leading international forum for the dissemination of high-quality research on all aspects of fungal biodiversity, including systematics, taxonomy, phylogeny, evolution, ecology, biogeography, and conservation. The journal’s scope encompasses a wide range of fungal groups, from microfungi to macrofungi, lichens, and yeasts, with a particular emphasis on molecular phylogenetics, fungal genomics, and the discovery of novel species. Fungal Diversity publishes original research articles, comprehensive review papers, and short communications, with a strong tradition of featuring in-depth monographic treatments and multi-gene phylogenetic analyses that significantly advance the classification and understanding of fungal lineages. The primary target audience includes mycologists, evolutionary biologists, ecologists, plant pathologists, and researchers in allied fields such as microbial systematics and conservation biology. A notable feature of the journal is its hybrid open access model, offering authors the option to publish their work open access for broader accessibility. The journal is abstracted and indexed in major databases including Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 27.000, Fungal Diversity is ranked in the first quartile (Q1) of the JCR category for Mycology, solidifying its status as the highest-impact journal in its field and a mandatory reference for cutting-edge research in fungal diversity and evolutionary biology.