by: Kenzie Finch Posted: Oct 14, 2024 / 01:20 PM EDT Updated: Oct 14, 2024 / 01:45 PM EDT PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Scallops are making one “shell” of a comeback on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.

While scallop motifs may seem connected to the wavy decor trend, scalloped and wavy edges differ significantly. For one, scalloped edges have older and more traditionally inspired roots than waves do.

Instead of throwing them out in the water, the shells can be tossed in a trash receptacle or in larger bodies of water where they are more likely to disperse. Pasco County's scallop season is now ...

Transfer the scallops and corals to a bowl, cover with a dampened piece of paper towel and set aside. Put the concave shells in the oven to heat up for 2 to 3 minutes.

American scallops were worth $532.9 million at the docks last year. That’s the third-highest figure on record and more than $100 million higher than the 2014 total.

While scallop motifs may seem connected to the wavy decor trend, scalloped and wavy edges differ significantly. For one, scalloped edges have older and more traditionally inspired roots than waves do.

“I think the wavy trend may come and go, but the scallop is here to stay,” Scott says. “They are now well integrated into our environment and widely appreciated,” Sebban adds.