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.
Glass Vs Acrylic Aquarium: Which Is Best For You?
FAQ
September 14, 2025
Glass Vs Acrylic Aquarium: Which Is Best For You?
During my 30 years of fishkeeping, this is a question I am asked a lot: Which is better, a glass…
How To Acclimate Fish To Your Aquarium?
Aquarium
September 14, 2025
How To Acclimate Fish To Your Aquarium?
While it is exciting to purchase fish at the pet store so that you can bring them home and add…
Silver Dollar Fish Care (Behavior, Food, Tank Mates & More)
Care
September 13, 2025
Silver Dollar Fish Care (Behavior, Food, Tank Mates & More)
Silver dollar fish live naturally in South America. They are also a popular option for freshwater tanks. They are active…
Cory Catfish 101: Care, Food, Breeding & More
Species
September 13, 2025
Cory Catfish 101: Care, Food, Breeding & More
Cory catfish are a friendly fish species. They look adorable and have a lot of unique features that make them…
How To Make A Bristle Worm Trap – Diy Guide
Maintenance
September 13, 2025
How To Make A Bristle Worm Trap – Diy Guide
Bristle worms can be a controversial topic, as some aquarists believe bristle worms make for a good clean-up crew and…
7 Of The Best 10 Gallon Fish Tank Filters
Filter
September 13, 2025
7 Of The Best 10 Gallon Fish Tank Filters
If you want to keep fish, you will need a good aquarium. However, when getting an aquarium, you will need…
100+ Best Unique Fish Names – The Ultimate ListÂ
Naming
September 13, 2025
100+ Best Unique Fish Names – The Ultimate ListÂ
Embark on a thrilling journey of naming your fish! Giving your aquatic friend a unique name not only adds a…
100+ Best Cool Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming
September 13, 2025
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…
How Long Do Molly Fish Live? 5 Best Tips For a Longer Lifespan
Species
September 13, 2025
How Long Do Molly Fish Live? 5 Best Tips For a Longer Lifespan
Dive into the colorful and energetic world of molly fish, the sparkling gems of home aquariums! Whether you’re a seasoned…
15 Best Lionfish Tank Mates – FishLab
Species
September 13, 2025
15 Best Lionfish Tank Mates – FishLab
Even though keeping a saltwater aquarium at home is a lot more work and considerably more involved than a freshwater…