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.
What to Feed Plecos: A Comprehensive Guide to Dietary & Care Needs
Feeding
September 18, 2025
What to Feed Plecos: A Comprehensive Guide to Dietary & Care Needs
Plecos are a popular species of catfish that are commonly kept in aquariums due to their unique appearance and ability…
20 Best Plants For Betta Fish
Betta
September 18, 2025
20 Best Plants For Betta Fish
If you just started decorating your Betta fish tanks, we strongly recommend you integrate some greenery into the décor. Doing…
15 Best Neocaridina Shrimp Tank Mates
Shrimp
September 18, 2025
15 Best Neocaridina Shrimp Tank Mates
If your tank needs a little more than just a Neocaridina shrimp, you’ll need to know what the 15 best…
13 Best Red Eared Slider Tank Mates – FishLab
Species
September 18, 2025
13 Best Red Eared Slider Tank Mates – FishLab
Red Eared Sliders are one of the most popular turtle species kept as pets. They are easy to take care…
10 Best Red Eye Tetra Tank Mates – FishLab
Species
September 18, 2025
10 Best Red Eye Tetra Tank Mates – FishLab
Red eye tetras are beautiful and charming fish to have in a tank, but they’re even better with more friends…
100+ Fish Pun Names: A Splash of Humor for Your Aquatic Companions
Naming
September 18, 2025
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…
Ammonia Levels- The Invisible Killer in Your Aquarium
Maintenance
September 16, 2025
Ammonia Levels- The Invisible Killer in Your Aquarium
Do you know that you have an invisible assassin in your aquarium? It hides in every tank and, if left…
The Best Aquarium Gloves For Dry, Protected Hands
Maintenance
September 16, 2025
The Best Aquarium Gloves For Dry, Protected Hands
I can’t think of another piece of aquarium equipment that is discussed as little as gloves. Gloves may be boring,…
15 Best Leopard Puffer Tank Mates – FishLab
Puffer
September 16, 2025
15 Best Leopard Puffer Tank Mates – FishLab
Wondering who could join your Leopard Puffer Fish in the aquarium safely? Take a look at the 15 Best Leopard…
What Do Fish Eat? Beginner’s Guide To Different Types Of Fish Food
Feeding
September 14, 2025
What Do Fish Eat? Beginner’s Guide To Different Types Of Fish Food
Like you and me, Aquarium fish need food to survive. In the wild, fish are free to find their favorite…