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.
Identify and Treat Columnaris (Saddle Back Disease)
Disease
5 days ago
Identify and Treat Columnaris (Saddle Back Disease)
Does your fish have discolored white patches on its scales? It might be Columnaris, also known as Saddleback Disease. This…
How to Identify and Kill Planaria Worm The Easy Way (In Just Days!)
Care
5 days ago
How to Identify and Kill Planaria Worm The Easy Way (In Just Days!)
Creating a vibrant aquarium with African cichlids is incredibly rewarding, but selecting the right tank mates is essential for a…
Emergency: Performing a Fish-in Cycle The Right Way
Maintenance
5 days ago
Emergency: Performing a Fish-in Cycle The Right Way
Uh oh! So, you just bought your new fish and are only just now learning about this cycling thing… Or,…
Video Inside: 7 Easy Hacks for a Crystal-Clear Fish Tank Setup
Setup
6 days ago
Video Inside: 7 Easy Hacks for a Crystal-Clear Fish Tank Setup
Keeping a fish tank crystal clear is essential for creating a healthy environment for your aquatic life. I will share…
Unlock Expert Tips to Create a Thriving Underwater Garden: A Guide to Success
Plants
6 days ago
Unlock Expert Tips to Create a Thriving Underwater Garden: A Guide to Success
Creating a beautiful underwater garden can transform your aquarium into a stunning and peaceful retreat. To achieve a thriving underwater…
5 Best and Quietest Aquarium Air Pumps (60+ Tested!)
Setup
1 week ago
5 Best and Quietest Aquarium Air Pumps (60+ Tested!)
A good air pump should be seen and not heard, right? After all, you can’t quietly enjoy your aquarium with…
100+ Good Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming
1 week ago
100+ Good Fish Names – The Ultimate List
The art of naming fish species has a rich history that has cultural relevance across the globe. In most cultures,…
Betta Fish Tumor: Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Betta
1 week ago
Betta Fish Tumor: Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Betta fish are stunning with their brilliant colors, flowy fins, and beautiful designs. So you’re understandably concerned if you notice…
100+ Best Jelly Fish Names -The Ultimate List
Naming
2 weeks ago
100+ Best Jelly Fish Names -The Ultimate List
While managing fish, crabs, shrimps, lobsters, and coral is quite a typical affair for aquarists, as a fish keeper, introducing…
Aquarium Bubblers – Cheap & Effective – Are They Necessary?
Maintenance
4 weeks ago
Aquarium Bubblers – Cheap & Effective – Are They Necessary?
As a kid, I remember staring at our goldfish tank for hours. There was only one thing in the tank…