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.
Betta Fish Fin Rot: Symptoms, Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Betta
18 minutes ago
Betta Fish Fin Rot: Symptoms, Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Betta fish, originally from the tranquil shallow waters of Asia’s ponds, streams, and marshes, offer a captivating experience for aquarists…
Aquarium Airline Connectors – Air-Tight Joints for Your Tubing
Setup
3 hours ago
Aquarium Airline Connectors – Air-Tight Joints for Your Tubing
Do you need to join two pieces of airline tubing together? Maybe you need to bend the air tube around…
Aquarium Safe Silicone – Best, Safest & Strongest
Setup
3 hours ago
Aquarium Safe Silicone – Best, Safest & Strongest
I think you’ll agree with me when I say: Silicone sealant is one of the most important parts of an…
German Blue Ram Care Guide & Species Profile
Species
21 hours ago
German Blue Ram Care Guide & Species Profile
So, let’s chat about my newest aquarium crush: the German Blue Ram. Try and Picture this: a tiny, vibrant fish…
75+ Popular Fish That Start with G
Naming
21 hours ago
75+ Popular Fish That Start with G
One of the most interesting facts about all the different kinds of fish that we share our planet with is…
100+ Best Rainbow Fish Names – The Ultimate Guide
Naming
21 hours ago
100+ Best Rainbow Fish Names – The Ultimate Guide
Have you ever found yourself staring into your aquarium, wondering what on earth to name your rainbow fish? Should it…
How to Easily Identify And Remove Green Spot Algae
Maintenance
21 hours ago
How to Easily Identify And Remove Green Spot Algae
Uh oh… You see those little green spots in your aquarium? Kinda looks like green chicken pox, right? Well, that’s…
How Long Do African Cichlids Live? 7 Best Tips For a Longer Lifespan
Cichlid
21 hours ago
How Long Do African Cichlids Live? 7 Best Tips For a Longer Lifespan
African cichlids are a popular species known for their vibrant colors and unique behaviors. As with any pet, understanding their…
Hands-on with the Python Water Changer (Why it’s great!)
Maintenance
21 hours ago
Hands-on with the Python Water Changer (Why it’s great!)
Made inUSALength25 – 100 feet (extensions available)Gravel tube10-inch long, 2-inch diameter (longer tubes available) The Python water change system was…
Gouramis: Why Should You Get This Fish For Your Aquarium?
Gourami
21 hours ago
Gouramis: Why Should You Get This Fish For Your Aquarium?
If you’re relatively new at fishkeeping or have never had any fish before, Gourami fish are a good place to…