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.
Top 10 Mistakes Fish Owners Make: Essential Tips for a Healthy Aquarium
Guides
11 hours ago
Top 10 Mistakes Fish Owners Make: Essential Tips for a Healthy Aquarium
As a fish owner, I understand the joy of keeping aquatic pets. It’s a rewarding hobby, but it also comes…
How to Choose the Perfect Fish Tank Size for Your Home: Essential Tips for Your Aquatic Environment
Guides
11 hours ago
How to Choose the Perfect Fish Tank Size for Your Home: Essential Tips for Your Aquatic Environment
Choosing the right size fish tank is one of the most important steps in creating a thriving aquarium. I recommend…
15+ Popular Fish With Big Forehead
Species
11 hours ago
15+ Popular Fish With Big Forehead
Life under the waves has truly evolved some strange and beautiful fish. One of the odder developments that you’ll see…
Aquarium Volume Calculator: How Many Gallons Can Your Tank Hold?
Setup
11 hours ago
Aquarium Volume Calculator: How Many Gallons Can Your Tank Hold?
choosing the right aquarium is the first step to a thriving aquatic ecosystem. With so many options available, finding the…
6 Causes of Aquarium Oil and Protein Films (And How to Fix it!)
Maintenance
11 hours ago
6 Causes of Aquarium Oil and Protein Films (And How to Fix it!)
Did you peer over the top of your aquarium only to discover that it looks worse than the Deepwater Horizon…
Betta Fish Ich (White Spot): Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Betta
11 hours ago
Betta Fish Ich (White Spot): Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Photo by kulaya.tu on Deposit Photos Owning Betta fish is an absolute delight, bursting with hues and patterns that enchant…
15+ Popular Fish With Black Stripes
Species
11 hours ago
15+ Popular Fish With Black Stripes
One of the most mesmerizing and beautiful things about caring for fish is the unique and intricate patterns that the…
15 Best Clownfish Tank Mates
Clownfish
11 hours ago
15 Best Clownfish Tank Mates
Hey there, fellow fish enthusiasts! Clownfish are stunning and incredibly popular in the aquarium trade. These active and energetic fish…
55 Different Types of Guppies (With Pics!)
Species
11 hours ago
55 Different Types of Guppies (With Pics!)
If you just got a tank and are looking to buy your first fish, many experienced aquarists would advise you…
9 Different Aquarium Water Sources (One Is Dangerous!)
Setup
12 hours ago
9 Different Aquarium Water Sources (One Is Dangerous!)
A big part of fishkeeping is adding water to your aquarium. Whether it’s filling a new tank or performing a…