The Thad Cochran National Warm Water Aquaculture Center conducts research on genetically modified catfish. Which idea can BEST be used in an argument against this research?

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A Genetically modified catfish may be larger than other catfish.Genetically modified catfish may be larger than other catfish.
B Catfish farming is an important source of income in Mississippi.Catfish farming is an important source of income in Mississippi.
C Catfish farming has faced major challenges in the last few decades.Catfish farming has faced major challenges in the last few decades.
D Modified catfish may be a threat to other species in a natural habitat.

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D Modified catfish may be a threat to other species in a natural habitat.

This response presents a concern about the potential ecological impact of genetically modified catfish, which is a significant argument in discussions about genetic modification in agriculture and aquaculture. It highlights potential risks to biodiversity and ecosystem balance, making it a strong point against the research on genetically modified catfish.