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.
Jack Dempsey Fish (Cichlid): Care Guide
Cichlid

Jack Dempsey Fish (Cichlid): Care Guide

Picking out the perfect fish for your first home aquarium can be tough, but there are a few key points…
100+ Two-Syllable Fish Names: Easy-to-Remember & Catchy Pet Names
Naming

100+ Two-Syllable Fish Names: Easy-to-Remember & Catchy Pet Names

Choosing the perfect name for your new pet fish can be pretty exciting. Still, it can also be a bit…
100+ Weirdest Fish Names Ever – The Ultimate List
Naming

100+ Weirdest Fish Names Ever – The Ultimate List

We all know about the good, the bad, and the ugly. But today, we’re celebrating the weird! Forget about Nemo,…
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…
Why Is My Betta Fish Turning White? 5 Main Reasons & Cure Tips!
Betta

Why Is My Betta Fish Turning White? 5 Main Reasons & Cure Tips!

If you’ve noticed your betta fish losing color, there could be several reasons. Betta fish are known for their bright…
15+ Popular Fish with Big Eyes 
Species

15+ Popular Fish with Big Eyes 

With north of 35,000 species of fish already researched by scientists – and potentially tens of thousands of more still…
What to Feed a Goldfish: 7 Best Foods and Care Tips
Feeding

What to Feed a Goldfish: 7 Best Foods and Care Tips

Maintaining the health and vitality of a goldfish is largely dependent on proper feeding practices. From my experience, a goldfish’s…
Cloudy Water in Aquarium – How to Fix Your Hazy Aquarium
Maintenance

Cloudy Water in Aquarium – How to Fix Your Hazy Aquarium

Are you staring at your cloudy fish tank in disgust? It doesn’t have to be this way! Today, I am going…
Platy Fish: Ultimate Guide (Care, Feeding, Tank)
Species

Platy Fish: Ultimate Guide (Care, Feeding, Tank)

When you take a look in most household aquariums, there’s one fish you’re almost guaranteed to spot. The platy fish…
How to use Terra Cotta Pots in Your Aquarium
Setup

How to use Terra Cotta Pots in Your Aquarium

You know those flower pots that you use in your garden? Well, they also make a fantastic addition to your…