Trash-Infested Habitats

Plastic has infiltrated every possible ecosystem, manifesting as towering piles of garbage and as microplastics in the deep sea.

Trash has become a stark symbol of human presence, yet we have neglected the responsibility of disposing of or treating it properly. However, the consequences of this negligence are not borne equally; wildlife bears the burden of our entitlement, suffering from the plastic waste we irresponsibly discard. Our trash lures wild animals to scavenge among discarded water bottles, plates, and food wrappers. These food scraps draw wildlife closer to humans, leading to conflict and disrupting their natural way of life. The following are a fraction of the hundreds of images we have received in the past few years. Our #InOurFilth campaign highlights the urgent need to use resources wisely, segregate waste, reject single-use plastics, advocate for better waste management, and hold global corporations accountable for polluting our planet.