What The Southwestern Naturalist specifies
The figures below follow your selected manuscript type. Review proposed changes and verify the final manuscript against the official author guidance.
- All manuscript types 4 rules, including: display item limit (3 pages per figure or table).
Read from The Southwestern Naturalist's own author guidelines. Journals revise these - verify with the journal before you submit.
Preparing a submission for The Southwestern Naturalist
Scraiber has 4 requirements on file for The Southwestern Naturalist, covering areas such as length, references, structure and submission policies. The journal’s official guidance remains the reference for your submission.
Select The Southwestern Naturalist and your manuscript type, then upload your draft to preview proposed text changes. Review the suggestions before applying them.
Retargeting a manuscript to The Southwestern Naturalist may require changes to length, structure, references and declarations. Scraiber suggests revisions to your existing draft; authors must check the scientific meaning and supply any missing factual declarations.
Changes to review in your manuscript
Scraiber proposes text revisions informed by The Southwestern Naturalist’s recorded requirements. Check each change for scientific meaning, references and missing declarations. Authors remain responsible for the final manuscript.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the word limit for The Southwestern Naturalist?
- Select your manuscript type to see the recorded length figures for The Southwestern Naturalist. Check the official guidance for exclusions, recommendations and any updated limits.
- How do I check my manuscript against the The Southwestern Naturalist guidelines?
- Choose your manuscript type and follow the preview button to upload a .docx for The Southwestern Naturalist. Review the proposed changes and the price before deciding whether to unlock the full rewrite.
- What are the submission requirements for The Southwestern Naturalist?
- Scraiber has 4 requirements on file for The Southwestern Naturalist. Choose your manuscript type to see recorded limits and consult the linked official guidance for the current submission requirements.
- Which citation style does The Southwestern Naturalist use?
- Consult The Southwestern Naturalist’s official guidance for its citation style. Scraiber can suggest revisions using the recorded requirements; check citations and the bibliography before submission.
- Can I automatically format my paper for The Southwestern Naturalist?
- Upload your draft and select The Southwestern Naturalist and your manuscript type. Scraiber proposes text changes for review. Check the final manuscript against the official guidance; the preview does not guarantee complete compliance or acceptance.
- How do I reformat a paper rejected by another journal for The Southwestern Naturalist?
- Select The Southwestern Naturalist and the manuscript type, then upload your existing draft. Review the proposed revisions and check references, declarations and scientific meaning before submission.
- How long does it take to prepare a manuscript for The Southwestern Naturalist?
- Preparation time depends on your draft, the journal’s requirements and the author review needed. A preview lets you inspect proposed changes before deciding to continue.
- Do I have to redo my references for The Southwestern Naturalist?
- Review your citations and bibliography against The Southwestern Naturalist’s current guidance. Suggested text changes do not replace checking the accuracy, completeness and style of your references.
Official author guidelines: swn.scholasticahq.com
