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.
The Ultimate Guide to Algae Control – 5 Effective Strategies for a Crystal Clear Tank
Maintenance
4 weeks ago
The Ultimate Guide to Algae Control – 5 Effective Strategies for a Crystal Clear Tank
Keeping an aquarium clear and healthy is a rewarding experience, but one of the biggest challenges I face is controlling…
How to Create a Self-Sustaining Aquarium – 7 Easy Tips for Enjoying a Thriving Ecosystem
Setup
4 weeks ago
How to Create a Self-Sustaining Aquarium – 7 Easy Tips for Enjoying a Thriving Ecosystem
Creating a self-sustaining aquarium can be an exciting and rewarding experience for anyone interested in the aquarium hobby. A self-sustaining…
Top 10 Mistakes Fish Owners Make: Essential Tips for a Healthy Aquarium
Guides
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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…
Save Time and Effort with These Automatic Fish Feeding Hacks for Stress-Free Aquarium Care
Maintenance
4 weeks ago
Save Time and Effort with These Automatic Fish Feeding Hacks for Stress-Free Aquarium Care
Feeding your fish can sometimes feel like an added task, especially when your schedule gets busy. That’s where automatic fish…
The Best Aquarium Plants for Beginner Fish Keepers: 7 Easy Choices for a Thriving Tank
Plants
4 weeks ago
The Best Aquarium Plants for Beginner Fish Keepers: 7 Easy Choices for a Thriving Tank
Choosing the right plants for your aquarium can be a game changer for a beginner fish keeper. The best aquarium…
15+ Popular Fish That Look Like Snakes
Lookalike
September 9, 2025
15+ Popular Fish That Look Like Snakes
Snakes may instill fear in some, but others find beauty in their mystery. The allure of their sleek and elusive…
Brown Algae in Fish Tank & How to Get Rid of It
Algae
September 6, 2025
Brown Algae in Fish Tank & How to Get Rid of It
It happens all of a sudden… Without warning… One day your tank is crystal clear. The next it is a…
100+ Best Puffer Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming
September 6, 2025
100+ Best Puffer Fish Names – The Ultimate List
The puffer fish is quite the fascinating underwater creature. With outstanding color, inquisitive eyes, and otherworldly abilities, it makes for…
9 Popular Black Fish With White Spots
Species
September 4, 2025
9 Popular Black Fish With White Spots
In terms of style, you can’t usually go wrong with a nice, slick, black and white look! And who doesn’t…