An online survey of ecology and evolution editors was conducted to assess the characteristics of journal editors and describe manuscript‐handling practices. A total of 450 respondents – representing 155 ecology and evolution journals – participated. The following patterns were detected: (1) there are more male than female editors; (2) the greater the number of manuscripts handled per year by editors, the lower the proportion are rejected without review; and (3) previous review time, scientific status, and seniority of reviewers are factors that editors consider when selecting a reviewer. This research highlights the potential importance of editor characteristics in the peer‐review process; we suggest that increased transparency promotes both recognition of the editor population and more equitable reviewing practices.
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