Bay Scallop Restoration

Learn about scallop restoration efforts led by FWRI scientists and how you can help!

Current Restoration Project
FWRI scientists are working on a 10 year project to restore scallops in the Florida Panhandle and evaluate scallop harvest.

Past Restoration Projects
FWRI scientists have been working to restore scallops along Florida’s west coast since 1997.  Learn about some of these projects.

Become a Scallop-Sitter and Help Restore Scallops in the Florida Panhandle
FWC biologists would like your help in their scallop restoration efforts.

Scallop Rodeos
Biologists with FWC need your help to collect live scallops and help restore scallop populations in St. Andrews Bay and St. Joseph Bay!