Author: 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.

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Last update: November 21, 2023

What Is pH and How to Easily Test It in Your Aquarium?

Measuring the pH of fish tank with a pH test kit

If you think back to high school science, you might remember talk of water pH. I remember smugly telling my teacher, Mrs. Kennedy, “I will never need to know this when I am older.” Well, it looks like Mrs. Kennedy had the last laugh – pH is something that I now regularly monitor in my […]

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Last update: August 15, 2024

Brown Algae in Fish Tank & How to Get Rid of It

brown algae in planted aquarium

It happens all of a sudden… Without warning… One day your tank is crystal clear. The next it is a brown slimy mess. If you have ever owned a fish tank then you will know it all too well. I am talking about, of course, brown algae. That dreaded brown, slimy substance that, if left […]

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Last update: October 30, 2023

Bristle Worms: The Creepy Creature Hiding In Your Aquarium

Bristle worm resting on live rock in reef aquarium

Did you just catch a glimpse of what looked like an underwater centipede? Do you own a saltwater aquarium? If you answered yes to both of these questions then it’s likely your tank is playing home to bristle worms. When it comes to bristle worms, the community is divided. Some believe they form an important […]