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Which of the following statements is correct?

A

Parthenium is an endemic species of our country.

B

African catfish is not a threat to indigenous catfishes

C

Steller's sea cow is an extinct animal.

D

Lantana is popularly known as carrot grass.

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C
Steller's sea cow became extinct due to overexploitation by humans.
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