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Plant species which have come to India from outside the country are called ___________.
  1. Endemic species
  2. Indigenous species
  3. Exotic species
  4. Extinct species

A
Endemic species
B
Indigenous species
C
Exotic species
D
Extinct species
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Exotic species are also called as alien species. These are the animals that are usually not present in the area but are reached to the area by human activity or immigration.

Starlings were brought over from Europe to North America. This is an example of exotic species in North America. These may harm or benefit the environment.

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