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scallops

Discussion in 'Food & Cooking' started by cesarzap, May 1, 2002.

  1. May 1, 2002 #1
    cesarzap

    cesarzap

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    hi, I will like to know what causes the changes in the colors of scallops while in their shells?
     
  3. Sep 15, 2002 #2
    merwin

    merwin

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    the scallop will change color as it ages {1-3 yrs} and if they are harvested from various locations.
    example scallops from brown's banks tend to be darker in color then ones from inshore (bay of fundy). I have seen this as I once worker on a scallop boats. I not sure just how old a scallop can live. The time of year will also effect the color, right noe the local scallops here have roe and are a bit grey/off white in color. hope this was some help. later ...merwin