Dan Zukowski

Author bio

Dan Zukowski is an environmental writer and photographer based in coastal Maine, with a focus on the Arctic, oceans, and wildlife. His byline has appeared in Sierra magazine, EcoWatch, and EnviroNews, and his photography has been included in gallery shows in Los Angeles and New England. He enjoys art, hiking, baseball, and travel.

Dan Zukowski’s Contributions:

Hundreds of Seals Have Died in Maine

A mass die-off of seals has scientists searching for answers.

Sep 5, 2018 | 800 words, about 4 minutes

an Atlantic puffin in flight with food in its mouth

The Fall, Rise, Fall of the Atlantic Puffin

More than 100 years ago, hunters nearly wiped out the Gulf of Maine’s Atlantic puffins. Climate change may finish the job.

Jun 27, 2018 | 750 words, about 3 minutes

permafrost thaw slump on the Beaufort Sea

Toxic Thaw Syndrome

Melting permafrost carries unknown dangers for Arctic marine life.

Jan 11, 2018 | 600 words, about 3 minutes

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