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.
100+ Good Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming

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,…
Aquarium Bubblers – Cheap & Effective – Are They Necessary?
Maintenance

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 that…
7 Best Betta Fish Tanks in 2022
Aquarium

7 Best Betta Fish Tanks in 2022

Betta fish, also known as the wild Siamese Fighting fish, is a popular domestic fish breed. Betta fish are naturally…
Aquarium Banana Plant Care Guide (Nymphoides Aquatica)
Plants

Aquarium Banana Plant Care Guide (Nymphoides Aquatica)

Check banana plant price Origin North America Position Foreground Height Varies according to nutrient availability Width Varies according to nutrient…
How Often Should I Clean My Fish Tank? Guide to A Healthy Aquarium Ecosystem
Guides

How Often Should I Clean My Fish Tank? Guide to A Healthy Aquarium Ecosystem

Aquarium maintenance is an essential aspect of keeping healthy fish. However, the frequency of aquarium cleaning can be tricky to…
Airline Control Valves: Airflow Regulation for Your Air Pump
Maintenance

Airline Control Valves: Airflow Regulation for Your Air Pump

When it comes to reducing the air flow in your aquarium, the most popular solution is to use an idle…
5 Best and Quietest Aquarium Air Pumps (60+ Tested!)
Setup

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…
Aquarium Airline Tubing: Deliver Air Into Your Tank!
Setup

Aquarium Airline Tubing: Deliver Air Into Your Tank!

While there is plenty of information to be found on air pumps and airstones, there isn’t a lot said about…
100+ Ugly Fish Names – The Ultimate List
Naming

100+ Ugly Fish Names – The Ultimate List

Are you tired of boring fish names like Bubbles or Goldie and want something more special for your finny friend?…
15 Best Leopard Bush Tank Mates – FishLab
Species

15 Best Leopard Bush Tank Mates – FishLab

Need a friend for your Leopard Bush Fish? We’ve got you covered with our list of the 15 Best Leopard…