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Rainbow Bay
Taylor "Rainbow" Bay Scallops are beautiful with their colorful shells. They arrive live to the restaurant.
Extremely Sweet
Quick Facts
Commonly Known As:
Taylor Bays, Rainbow Bay Scallop, Bay Scallop
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Species Name
Scallops
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Latin Name
Argopecten irradians
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Origin
Buzzards Bay
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Harvest Method
Hand Cultivated
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Range & Habitat
North Atlantic & New England
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Range & Habitat
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