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.
100+ Funny Fish Names for Goldfish – The Ultimate List
Naming

100+ Funny Fish Names for Goldfish – The Ultimate List

Are you tired of the same old ‘Fishy McFishface’ and want to give your goldfish a name that will make…
How to Train a Betta Fish: A Step-by-Step Comprehensive Guide
Betta

How to Train a Betta Fish: A Step-by-Step Comprehensive Guide

Have you ever looked at your betta fish and wondered if there’s more going on in their pretty heads? Well,…
Betta Fish Bowl Ideas: Stylish and Safe Habitat Designs
Betta

Betta Fish Bowl Ideas: Stylish and Safe Habitat Designs

Keeping your bettas in a tiny bowl might make you question their happiness level. Bettas may be small, but in…
Betta Fish Tank Ideas: Best Aquascaping Ideas For Your Pets
Betta

Betta Fish Tank Ideas: Best Aquascaping Ideas For Your Pets

The assortment of decorations is the first thing visitors notice about my Betta aquarium. While people may think the setup…
100+ Best Cool Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming

100+ Best Cool Fish Names – The Ultimate List

Did you know that there are over 32,000 known fish species worldwide? Now, visualize that you had the opportunity to…
100+ Weird Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming

100+ Weird Fish Names – The Ultimate List

Naming your fish can be a fun part of having a pet! Instead of using common names like “Goldie” or…
100+ Fish Pun Names: A Splash of Humor for Your Aquatic Companions
Naming

100+ Fish Pun Names: A Splash of Humor for Your Aquatic Companions

When giving your aquatic buddies a name with a dash of fun and creativity, fish pun names are the best…
15 Best Turtle Tank Mates – FishLab
Species

15 Best Turtle Tank Mates – FishLab

Turtles can make fascinating and delightful pets, often becoming the stars of their aquatic world. But if you’re thinking about…
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…
White Algae in An Aquarium – Causes & How to Get Rid
Algae

White Algae in An Aquarium – Causes & How to Get Rid

White algae can be annoying in an aquarium. Sure, these common tank algae are not dangerous for your fish, but…