Best way to move Arowana to New Tank

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Well good news is that it went off as clean as possible. A few bruises on scales, on small flute issue on tail, and the normal about bump, but he’s moved and doing really well so far! Thanks to everyone for the advise! Now just need to move the PB and Clown


Clove oil? Pro/con to dose the tank before removing fish?
Subdue & calm rather than knockout, I'm thinking... or knockout & be done
The only calming/relaxing agent required is vodka. One or two stiff shots, administered to all human participants immediately before commencement of the operation, will ensure a smooth and stress-free transition.
Only thing I could think of is slowly mixing water from both aquariums prior to moving the Silver Arowana. Maybe other members will chime in with a better idea. I would feel bad if anything happened to the Arowana.
This ^, definitely. Just do a partial water change each day for several days before the move, replacing the water removed from the Aro's tank with water taken from the new tank. After a few days you will have achieved an identical or very similar pH and should have no difficulties.

I've found that the ideal net for use on large fish like this is one of the rubberized landing nets sold for fishermen. They are specifically designed to minimize damage to the fish, and are far gentler on skin, scales and fins than the older nets made of knotted cord or fabric. You may have to hunt around to find one with a small enough mesh size, but the effort will be worth it.

No matter how you slice it, this will be a bit of a gong show. Hopefully the transfer time will be much less than your estimated 30 seconds; carrying a panicked, thrashing large Aro in a net for a half minute would feel like an eternity.
i would use a pillow or bloster case as they are softer and when lifting up from the tank, it will be lighter as water will flow out from the case
easier to explain using video:

following this video could prevent your arowana from revolting inside the fish bag, which could result in broken scales, fins, and barbels.
 
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