Corrections to published content may be issued as either a corrigendum (an author error) or as an erratum (a production error).
We are only able to correct errors that affect the published content in a significant way. We will not issue corrections to amend typos, spelling mistakes, grammatical errors or any other small errors unless they alter the meaning of an article, review or associated online supplementary materials.
When proofs are issued, authors are specifically requested to check the following information:
- Author names are in the correct order and correctly spelt.
- Accuracy and spelling of any binomial nomenclature.
- The supplied Location Map (if applicable) is correct.
- Funding information (including the names of funders and institutions, and grant codes) is present and accurate.
- Figures and figure captions are correct and appear in the appropriate order, and that permission has been granted to reproduce any images attributed to third parties.
No corrections will be issued in reference to the above information after publication.
Corrections will only be made within 12 months of the original publication; after 12 months has elapsed, corrections will only be considered in exceptional circumstances and published at the Editor's discretion.
We will publish an addendum, or additional material, only in exceptional circumstances and at the invitation of the Editor. We are unable to publish an addendum for new data or for changes in interpretation following the original publication.
Last reviewed: November 2025