Author: 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.

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Last update: April 24, 2024

100+ Unique Male Betta Fish Names – The Ultimate List

Unique Male Betta Fish Names

Are you bored with plain and old Betta names like Splash or Finny? Giving your betta fish a name that reflects its bold colors and impressive personality is vital as it strengthens the bond between you and your fish. Therefore, let’s get ready to discover a sea of awesome male betta fish names. I’ve spent […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

100+ Weirdest Fish Names Ever – The Ultimate List

Weirdest Fish Names

We all know about the good, the bad, and the ugly. But today, we’re celebrating the weird! Forget about Nemo, Finn, and Bubbles! Today, we’re checking out the wackiest, most wonderfully weird fish names you’ve ever heard! So, regardless of whether you’ve got goldfish, koi, betta, or a peculiar-looking fish swimming around in your aquarium, […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

100+ Best Koi Fish Names – The Ultimate List

Koi Fish Names

Koi fish are one of the greatest fish species you can own; they’re elegant and beautiful, and having them in your tank or pond makes for a truly spectacular setup.  Now, here’s the kicker: coming up with a spot-on name for your koi fish can be quite the brain teaser. You typically want names that […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

100+ Best Purple Fish Names – The Ultimate List

Purple Fish Names

Purple fish keeping has been a popular and fun practice for centuries. They are often a sight to behold. Aside from mere beautification, they make you smile as you watch them swim around their aquarium. As such, they are an exciting addition to the family. But like every new family member, they also deserve a […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

100+ Best Jelly Fish Names -The Ultimate List

Jelly Fish Names

While managing fish, crabs, shrimps, lobsters, and coral is quite a typical affair for aquarists, as a fish keeper, introducing jellyfish into your aquarium adds a unique twist to your underwater world! That’s mostly because jellyfish keeping is a different ball game, as you have to approach handling and catering to them differently than other […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

Betta Fish in the Wild: Understanding Their Natural Habitat and Behaviors

Betta Fish in the Wild

Suppose you’ve been a betta aquarist for a while. In that case, you certainly know how much emphasis is usually placed on mimicking the natural environment of this species. The reason for this emphasis is reasonably intuitive. Physiologically and mentally, bettas are most at home in their natural habitat, so it makes sense for their […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

Betta Fish Care Essentials: 7 Best Tips for a Healthy Aquarium

Betta Fish Care Essentials

Betta fish are among the most sought-after exotic fish species among aquarists. Given their fascinating behaviors, impressive finnage, and the diverse colors and patterns they display across their many species, it’s no surprise. If you’ve decided to start your own betta aquarium, you will find these fish very rewarding to keep as pets.  However, as […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

How Long Can a Betta Fish Go Without Food? Comprehensive Care Guide

How Long Can a Betta Fish Go Without Food

If you want your betta to live healthily and comfortably, you can’t botch the job of regular feeding and nourishment. That means you either always have to be around to feed your betta or have someone around to do it when you aren’t. But we all know things are different from how they ideally should […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

Can Betta Fish Live in Tap Water? 5 Essential Tips for Aquarium Water Quality

Can Betta Fish Live in Tap Water

There are many aspects to consider when setting up an aquarium for a betta fish. Water quality is one of the more important things, as suitable water parameters provide a comfortable and thriving environment for your bettas. While there are many water options for your bettas, today’s topic is all about tap water. Can betta […]

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Last update: April 17, 2024

Do Betta Fish Hibernate? Debunking Myths and Understanding Betta Behavior

Do Betta Fish Hibernate

Have you ever noticed your betta fish seeming less active or sluggish? You may be worried when you see your once-vibrant fish appearing more still. Some people think it is because of hibernation, but betta fish do not hibernate in the traditional sense that some animals do. Many animals, like bats, squirrels, turtles, and crocodiles, […]