Scallops Return to Choctawhatchee Bay | Mobile News

Scallops may be making a comeback in Choctawhatchee Bay—scientists found over 200 shells, the first physical proof in years, after spotting live ones just last month. While the discovery is hopeful, officials warn that scallops are fragile and sensitive to water conditions, which may have killed off the small population. Still, this is seen as a major milestone: evidence that the bay’s ecosystem can once again support them. County leaders are determined to restore the bay’s health so scallops—and other native species—can thrive again. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/24dd9ecf801f7ca0