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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…