A quiet Lithonia neighborhood is now home to an unsettling sight as vultures circle overhead and roosts on rooftops, cars, and trees. For months, residents have watched in frustration as dozens of the massive birds invade their community.

The flock, which has been growing in size, causes more than just a nuisance. Residents are worried about damage to their property, especially their roofs. The constant noise of pecking and the mess left behind has homeowners scrambling for ways to keep the birds away.

With a landfill and wastewater treatment plant nearby, many wonder if these vultures are attracted to the area for food. Experts believe it’s not just the landfill but the migration patterns that bring the vultures here. As the birds travel south, they find temporary resting spots like the rooftops of this neighborhood.

Despite their federal protection, the damage vultures cause can be significant. From ruining roof shingles to staining cars, homeowners are feeling the impact. Solutions like using laser pointers to scare off the birds have been suggested, and in severe cases, federal assistance can be sought to remove the birds from the area.