For centuries, rattlesnakes have been viewed in vastly different ways across the American continent.
Attitudes range from reverence and respect to fear and suspicion. Annual rattlesnake round-ups began in the 1930s. At these round-ups, hunters compete to collect the highest weight of snakes. Today, these competitions are losing their appeal. However, in some states anti-rattlesnake feelings remain strong. In this portfolio, Javier calls for respect and protection for these creatures before they disappear from the American landscape.
Spain
Javier is a biologist turned photojournalist. He began his career as a freelance wildlife photographer in Ecuador, where he’s spent the majority of the past decade. His work focuses on natural history and wildlife conservation, and he’s a regular contributor to National Geographic. Javier is an Associate Fellow at the International League of Conservation Photographers and a member of The Photo Society as well as a Sony Europe Ambassador.
