The New Species collection is an artistic contribution aimed at raising awareness about plastic pollution in our oceans.

Through this collection, Francisco Telleria seeks to depict how the vast amount of plastic waste in the sea can be mistaken for normal fish swimming around, thereby confusing observers. By portraying how coral reefs and sea anemones mistake floating plastic items for their new habitat, and how other fish mistake plastic waste or microplastics for prey, the artist aims to immerse the viewer in the plight of marine ecosystems. This is especially critical given the dire consequences of such behavior, including threats to biodiversity and the transfer of toxic contaminants to humans through the consumption of seafood.

The collection is based on a presumptive and ironic narrative, in which plastic waste takes over the natural ecosystem, resulting in a negative impact on biodiversity. The artist uses a made-up fish naming convention for the plastic species to satirize the artworks. However, the narrative incorporates some scientific facts, which aim to increase awareness of the issue.

Overall, the New Species collection serves as a thought-provoking commentary on the impact of plastic pollution on our oceans and the urgent need for collective action to address this critical issue.