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.
Java Fern: Species, Planting, Growth, and Care
Plants
November 2, 2022
Java Fern: Species, Planting, Growth, and Care
The freshwater aquarium is set, the fish are swimming, and, well, you decide to liven it up and bring some…
Coolest Aquarium Fish
Species
November 2, 2022
Coolest Aquarium Fish
Are you of the opinion that only marine tank owners can raise cool yet weirdly exotic aquarium fish? It is…
Goldfish Tank Setup – Simple Guide for Beginners
Goldfish
November 2, 2022
Goldfish Tank Setup – Simple Guide for Beginners
Setting up a new goldfish tank isn’t as complicated as some think. You can achieve a pretty and reliable tank…
Do Betta Fish Have Teeth and Can They Bite You?
Betta
July 24, 2022
Do Betta Fish Have Teeth and Can They Bite You?
Betta fish do have teeth and are capable of biting. That’s why, if you become an owner of a Betta,…
How To Make A Bristle Worm Trap – Diy Guide
Maintenance
February 1, 2022
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…
Betta Fish Tank Setup – Simple Guide for Beginners
Betta
November 22, 2021
Betta Fish Tank Setup – Simple Guide for Beginners
How to Set up Your First Betta Fish Tank Betta fish are beautiful and elegant with vibrant colors. These fish…
Hornwort: A Great Looking Coontail For Your Tank
Plants
October 13, 2021
Hornwort: A Great Looking Coontail For Your Tank
If you’re looking for a good aquarium plant, the common Hornwort could be for you. It’s a great addition to…
Identify and Destroy Staghorn Algae In Just 2 Days
Algae
September 3, 2021
Identify and Destroy Staghorn Algae In Just 2 Days
Are you staring at a tangled mess that is growing all over your aquarium plants? You might have Staghorn algae.…
Australian Rainbowfish
Species
August 30, 2021
Australian Rainbowfish
It is no secret that people want to keep their aquariums as colorful as possible. While there is indeed a…
Water Wisteria: Features, Care And Much More
Plants
August 27, 2021
Water Wisteria: Features, Care And Much More
Having the right plants in your aquarium is a no-brainer from every possible aspect. These plants can double as a…