saving cichlid babies

[H2O]

Ok, so baby cichlids are a given in a multi-african cichlid tank. I know this, and expect most of them not to make it (snacks), without interference from me. (I dislike the idea of them being eaten, especially don't want to see it as it happens, but figure it's a fact of life, and I'm not set up to have multiple breeding tanks)
Here's the thing. My fiance is a big softy. There's one tiny yellow lab survivor who he wants to save. (ok, I admit it, I want to save him, too)
What's the best way to get him out and into a baby tank?
I already tried syphoning him out, but he's too strong a swimmer.
I'm assuming I'll have to net him out, but I'm concerned that if I don't get him right away, I'll make him break cover, and "chomp".
Any suggestions?

 

[Lotus]

I've noticed baby fish tend to come out at feeding time when the other fish are distracted by the food. Maybe that could be your chance to get him.

 

[Orion]

Without breaking down the tank all the way I would say what lotus said is probably your best bet.

Another way that sometimes works well is to either try and get them a little while before the lights come on, or a few hours after they have went out. This way most of the time the fish are asleep and can be much easier to catch. But I don't know how well this would work on juvies, as I'm sure they are much more inclined to stay in the rocks at all times.