Shirlie is an aquatics expert with nearly two decades’ experience raising and caring for ornamental fish. She has produced a book on aquarium setup and a slew of fish-related articles. Her expertise has been recognized by organizations like the Minnesota Zoo and the National Aquarium, where she has worked on notable initiatives.

Career Highlights:

• Aquarium and fish expert with over 16 years of experience.
• Author of ​Knack Aquariums: A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Healthy, Beautiful Fish
• Photographer of fish

Educational Highlights:

1. Attended Argosy University Twin Cities.

Writing Experience

The marine life lover Shirlie has written hundreds of articles about fish and teamed up with public aquariums & nonprofit organizations to create content. She’s contributed aquatic information for almost 20 years writing for‘The Spruce Pets,’and has also worked for FAMA, the FishBase, and “Ask Heloise show.”