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.
How Much Are Koi Fish? 2023 Cost Breakdown & Comparisons
Koi
August 6, 2024
How Much Are Koi Fish? 2023 Cost Breakdown & Comparisons
In 2017, a 9-year-old female Kohaku koi fish was sold for a staggering $1.8 million, setting a record for the…
Bleed Valves: Reduce Air Pressure and Increase Your Air Pump’s Life!
Setup
August 6, 2024
Bleed Valves: Reduce Air Pressure and Increase Your Air Pump’s Life!
An air pump that is too powerful can wreak havoc in your aquarium. When attached to a sponge filter, it…
5 Best Koi Tank Mates – FishLab
Koi
August 6, 2024
5 Best Koi Tank Mates – FishLab
Are you looking to add some companions to your koi pond or aquarium? Koi fish are not only beautiful but…
Can Male and Female Betta Fish Live Together?
Betta
July 24, 2024
Can Male and Female Betta Fish Live Together?
Yes, in the sense that you need them together to mate but to cohabitate you will need a larger fish…
Why Do My Fish Keep Dying? 11 Reasons & How to Prevent It
FAQ
June 26, 2024
Why Do My Fish Keep Dying? 11 Reasons & How to Prevent It
So, you just bought your first goldfish… You take it home, only to discover your little fish floating belly up…
Betta Sororities Explained
Betta
June 14, 2024
Betta Sororities Explained
We all know that fish are used to living in close-knit communities. Considering that most types of fish have an…
Refractometers – The Best Way to Test the Salinity of Your Saltwater Aquarium
Maintenance
June 12, 2024
Refractometers – The Best Way to Test the Salinity of Your Saltwater Aquarium
So, you’ve decided to set up a saltwater tank? Congratulations! Saltwater tanks require dedication, and mixing saltwater will become a…
75+ Popular Fish That Start with J
Naming
June 12, 2024
75+ Popular Fish That Start with J
Believe it or not, even though there are tens of thousands of fish species worldwide, finding 75+ popular fish that…
75+ Popular Fish Starting With R
Naming
June 12, 2024
75+ Popular Fish Starting With R
There are endless types of fish in the world; more than 33000 and among these, there are many popular fish…
15 Best Bumblebee Goby Tank Mates
Species
June 12, 2024
15 Best Bumblebee Goby Tank Mates
Creating a vibrant community tank with a mix of harmonious fish is a joy, but finding compatible species can be…