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.
Aquarium Nitrates and how to get rid of them!
Maintenance
July 31, 2025
Aquarium Nitrates and how to get rid of them!
You might not be able to see them, but nitrates are hiding in every aquarium. Understanding this invisible compound is…
Aquarium Feeding Calculator
Feeding
September 13, 2024
Aquarium Feeding Calculator
Determining the correct amount of food for aquarium inhabitants can be challenging but crucial for maintaining a healthy tank environment.…
7 Of The Best Aquarium Controllers
Setup
September 10, 2024
7 Of The Best Aquarium Controllers
Owning an aquarium can be one of the best hobbies out there today. There’s something about watching different kinds of…
How to Feed Snail in Betta Tank: Optimal Diets and Safety Tips
Betta
September 10, 2024
How to Feed Snail in Betta Tank: Optimal Diets and Safety Tips
Keeping betta fish in the same tank as other marine life can be tricky, which is why it can be…
Fish Compatibility: Not All Fish Are Compatible
Care
September 10, 2024
Fish Compatibility: Not All Fish Are Compatible
Prior to placing different species of fish together in the same tank, you need to first find out if they…
How Do Goldfish Mate? 8 Steps to Goldfish Breeding Success
Care
August 16, 2024
How Do Goldfish Mate? 8 Steps to Goldfish Breeding Success
One of the most well-liked aquarium fish in the world, the fancy Goldfish are renowned for their vivid colors and…
100+ Best Tropical Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming
August 16, 2024
100+ Best Tropical Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Fish-keeping is not just a fun activity but also a decorative one. However, with the plethora of fish species available,…
Rabbit Snail 101: Best Care Tips, Breeding, Lifespan, Size & More
Care
August 16, 2024
Rabbit Snail 101: Best Care Tips, Breeding, Lifespan, Size & More
Rabbit snails, scientifically known as Tylomelania, are unique freshwater species native to the lakes of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Their distinct appearance…
How to Easily Identify And Remove Green Spot Algae
Maintenance
August 16, 2024
How to Easily Identify And Remove Green Spot Algae
Uh oh… You see those little green spots in your aquarium? Kinda looks like green chicken pox, right? Well, that’s…
Hands-on with the Python Water Changer (Why it’s great!)
Maintenance
August 16, 2024
Hands-on with the Python Water Changer (Why it’s great!)
Made inUSALength25 – 100 feet (extensions available)Gravel tube10-inch long, 2-inch diameter (longer tubes available) The Python water change system was…