Terms of use

Last updated: January 1st, 2026

1. Introduction

Spicules.org is a website dedicated to sponge spicule terminology, based on published research by Łukowiak et al. (2022).

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of use.

2. Purpose of the website

The content on Spicules.org is provided for educational and scientific reference purposes only. It does not constitute professional, taxonomic, or legal advice.

3. Intellectual property

Unless otherwise stated, all original content on this website (texts, definitions, structure, and original illustrations) is the property of Spicules.org, scientific terms, definitions, and concepts derived from published literature remain the intellectual property of their respective authors and publishers.

You may use the content for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce parts of the website without permission and misrepresent the content as original research of your own

4. Accuracy and liability

Every effort is made to ensure accuracy, but the website is provided “as is”. No guarantee is made that the content is free of errors or omissions. Spicules.org is not liable for any consequences arising from the use of the information provided.

5. External links

This website may contain links to external sites. Spicules.org is not responsible for the content or practices of third-party websites.

6. Changes to these terms

These Terms of use may be updated at any time. Continued use of the website implies acceptance of the updated terms.