By Michael
Cipriano, Published June 13, 2013
Flocks of
California condors have descended upon Bear Valley Springs. Residents, who are
allowed to do little to chase them away, say the huge birds peck off roof
shingles, damage air conditioners and leave porches coated in droppings. And
although the majestic birds, with a wingspan of nine feet, are widely admired,
the gated community of about 5,200 about 80 miles north of Los Angeles has seen
enough of them.
“A lot of
people used to think seeing a condor was amazing,” local realtor Beth Hall told
FoxNews.com. “After seeing the damage they have done, they have become less
popular with people, myself included.” Unfortunately for the residents, the
birds are protected by both federal and state law, leaving them almost
powerless to take action. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 66
of the remaining 417 condors live in Southern California…..To
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