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.
Is a Fish the Right Pet for You? 7 Reasons Why It Might Not Be
Guides
4 days ago
Is a Fish the Right Pet for You? 7 Reasons Why It Might Not Be
Are you considering buying a pet fish? Excellent choice! But they certainly are not for everyone. I have had pet…
Fish Feeding Rings – Stop Your Fish Food From Floating Away
Feeding
4 days ago
Fish Feeding Rings – Stop Your Fish Food From Floating Away
I swear that these things are one of the best kept secrets in fishkeeping… Every single person who sees the…
21 Best Cold Water Fish For Your Aquarium (No Heater Required)
Species
4 days ago
21 Best Cold Water Fish For Your Aquarium (No Heater Required)
It’s a common misconception that all aquariums and tropical fish need heated water to thrive. In fact, there are some…
15+ Popular Fish With Whiskers
Species
4 days ago
15+ Popular Fish With Whiskers
Hey there, catfish connoisseurs! When you think of catfish, you probably picture a bottom-dwelling creature with a big head and…
Lily Pipes: Say Goodbye to Ugly Filter Equipment for Good!
Filter
4 days ago
Lily Pipes: Say Goodbye to Ugly Filter Equipment for Good!
Are you sick and tired of staring at those ugly plastic hoses and filter intakes sitting inside your tank? Wouldn’t…
15 Best Dwarf Gourami Tank Mates
Gourami
4 days ago
15 Best Dwarf Gourami Tank Mates
Choosing new fish for an aquarium can seem like a challenging task, particularly if you are trying to put together…
What the Heck Is the Aquarium Water Column?
Maintenance
4 days ago
What the Heck Is the Aquarium Water Column?
You might have come across the phrase water column in online discussions. That’s exactly how I stumbled across the phrase…
24 Peaceful Community Fish For Your Tank (With Pics!)
Species
4 days ago
24 Peaceful Community Fish For Your Tank (With Pics!)
A bustling fish tank is beautiful to behold – but you can’t just throw any old fish in a tank…
Ghost Shrimp Care Guide (All You Need to Know)
Species
4 days ago
Ghost Shrimp Care Guide (All You Need to Know)
Ghost shrimp (Palaemonetes paludosus) are a great addition to home aquariums for fishkeeping enthusiasts and experts alike. These crustaceans are…
2000 Unique Betta Fish Names (Male & Female)
Betta
4 days ago
2000 Unique Betta Fish Names (Male & Female)
Calling your pet by their new name creates a stronger connection with them. For new Betta owners, we have collected…