Ian Sterling
Ian Sterling, founder of fishlab.com, began his aquarium journey over 30 years ago, driven by a deep fascination for fish and their diverse personalities. His website, fishlab.com, is dedicated to making fishkeeping accessible and enjoyable, offering beginner-friendly guidance, expert insights, and a community for aquarists to connect and share experiences.
What Aquarium to Buy? Things You Need to Know When Choosing Your First Aquarium
Guides
November 18, 2025
What Aquarium to Buy? Things You Need to Know When Choosing Your First Aquarium
It’s a fact: If you want pet fish, you need an aquarium. Because of this, it’s the first piece of…
The Perfect Location to Put Your Aquarium in Your Home!
Setup
November 18, 2025
The Perfect Location to Put Your Aquarium in Your Home!
Hey there, fellow fish enthusiast! I think we can all agree on one thing: Fish are definitely not your typical…
Use Water Clarifier to Fix Cloudy Aquarium Water In Just Days
Maintenance
November 16, 2025
Use Water Clarifier to Fix Cloudy Aquarium Water In Just Days
Hey there, fish keepers! Is cloudy water blocking your view of your beautiful fish? Want crystal clear water? A water…
How to Clean a Betta Fish Tank
Betta
November 16, 2025
How to Clean a Betta Fish Tank
If you’re a first-time fish owner, specifically a Betta fish owner, there comes the time when you wonder how to…
Aquarium Battery Backup – How To Save Your Tank In A Power Outage
Maintenance
November 16, 2025
Aquarium Battery Backup – How To Save Your Tank In A Power Outage
You see all that electrical equipment hooked up to your aquarium? It’s funny to think about, but that’s essentially the…
How Long Can Fish Live Out of Water?
FAQ
November 16, 2025
How Long Can Fish Live Out of Water?
Reeling in a big catch is any angler’s dream come true, but unless you’re planning on preserving that fish or…
Veiltail Betta Fish: Male & Female Care Guide
Betta
November 16, 2025
Veiltail Betta Fish: Male & Female Care Guide
Everyone can agree that betta fish are a stunning freshwater genus that everyone wants to keep in a tank. Choosing…
24 Peaceful Community Fish For Your Tank (With Pics!)
Species
November 16, 2025
24 Peaceful Community Fish For Your Tank (With Pics!)
A bustling fish tank is beautiful to behold – but you can’t just throw any old fish in a tank…
Betta Fish Bowl Ideas: Stylish and Safe Habitat Designs
Betta
November 16, 2025
Betta Fish Bowl Ideas: Stylish and Safe Habitat Designs
Keeping your bettas in a tiny bowl might make you question their happiness level. Bettas may be small, but in…
Reasons Why Betta Fish Fight & How to Stop Them
Betta
November 16, 2025
Reasons Why Betta Fish Fight & How to Stop Them
With their dazzling colors and elegant fins, Betta fish might just be the aquarium world’s divas. But don’t let their…