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.
15 Best Flowerhorn Tank Mates
Species
November 30, 2022
15 Best Flowerhorn Tank Mates
The Flowerhorn Cichlid is lovely, even with the prominent forehead! Though this fish may look like the bell of the…
15 Best Blue Acara Tank Mates
Species
November 30, 2022
15 Best Blue Acara Tank Mates
Aequidens pulcher, more commonly known as Blue Acara, is a popular freshwater fish among fish owners. They are famous for…
15 Best Convict Cichlid Tank Mates
Cichlid
November 30, 2022
15 Best Convict Cichlid Tank Mates
Also known as the Zebra Cichlid, the Convict Cichlid gets its name not just because of its stripes. It’s a…
13 Best Bala Shark Tank Mates
Shark
November 30, 2022
13 Best Bala Shark Tank Mates
Sometimes called the “gentle giants” of the aquarium world, it’s tough to imagine a better pet fish than a Bala…
15 Best Dwarf Gourami Tank Mates
Gourami
November 29, 2022
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…
15 Best Angelfish Tank Mates
Angelfish
November 28, 2022
15 Best Angelfish Tank Mates
If there’s one thing you need to be very, very careful when setting up and maintaining your aquarium – especially…
100+ White Fish Names
Species
November 19, 2022
100+ White Fish Names
Finding the perfect white fish names for your new pet is nowhere near as simple or as straightforward as a…
Surface Agitation: Stir, Churn and Oxygenate Your Aquarium!
Maintenance
November 15, 2022
Surface Agitation: Stir, Churn and Oxygenate Your Aquarium!
It definitely isn’t the most exciting part of owning an aquarium… In fact, surface agitation is often overlooked, especially by…
Mechanical Filtration: The Most Common Type of Aquarium Filter
Filter
November 15, 2022
Mechanical Filtration: The Most Common Type of Aquarium Filter
When it comes to aquariums, filters are essential. And, one of the most common types of filters is mechanical filtration.…
15+ Popular Fish With Big Lips
Species
November 15, 2022
15+ Popular Fish With Big Lips
Most people are familiar with the big-lipped fish often seen in pet stores and at public aquariums. These popular fish…