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I would keep the one filter in there and let the bacteria grow on it. Keep your one fish in there to cycle the tank, and then add more to the school. Adding too many at one time is NOT good for cycling the tank, hence loss of fish and other problems. I'm sorry to hear the...
The difference between a cichlid tank and a community tank is that a community tank holds a variety of peaceful / semi aggressive fishes whilst a cichlid tank has only cichlids as its main thing. You can have Plecos or upside down catfish in the tank as well since they usully get along, but it...
Using a fish tank to add humidity to your bedroom isnt quite a good idea. Bettas DO jump, they can even squish themselves out of a dime sized hole and get out. I would say get a humidifier for your room, because you will definately need a tank that has a cover.
Your two fighting barbs are most likely males. And since they are semi aggressive, it is not good to have that situation going on in such a small tank. How about upgrading to a 20 gallon?
I would assume that adding another cartiridge would cause the water to be filtered through two walls of carbon/floss. It would also add another spot for beneficial bacteria to grow.