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Being in nature is actually good for our health, according to studies. Maybe that’s why 1 out of every 4 adults are drawn to bird watching. Bird-lover or not, the first-ever State of the Birds report should be catching everyone’s attention. It shows that bird populations around the country are plummeting—and the health of our birds reflects the integrity of the air, water, soil, and other natural resources we rely on.

Learn more from the Rodale.com news archive:

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Bird Populations Plummet: Are Humans Next?

What you can do: Pick the right plants for your garden, and keep clean water available year-round.

Songbird Salmonella Threatens Backyard Birds—and People

What you can do: Banish backyard salmonella with a few quick and easy cleaning techniques.

Six Last-Minute Labor Day Birding Trips

What you can do: Find a wildlife refuge or state park in your area; check out our list for suggestions.

Backyard Birds Help Your Health and Advance Science

What you can do: Crashproof your windows, know what's on a bird's winter diet, and sign up for Project Feederwatch today.

Why Bird-Lovers Should Cut Back on Beef—or Buy Organic

What you can do: Cut back on red meat; buy tasty, organic beef to lessen the environmental impact of meat production.

How to Attract Owls (And Why You Want To)

What you can do: Invest in or build a screech owl box; check it regularly to make sure European starlings haven't invaded it.

The Nickel Pincher: How to Attract Birds to Your Yard

What you can do: Recycle an old pie tin and milk carton to provide birds with a comfy place to rest this summer.

Does That Baby Animal Really Need Your Help?

What you can do: Don't take in and feed baby wild animals. Look for signs of a problem, such an injury, and contact a wildlife rehabilitator.

7 Ways to Create a Backyard Bird Paradise This Fall

What you can do: Let a snag stand safely, build a stick pile, and set out soft offerings.

The Nickel Pincher: How to Keep Your Backyard Birds Well Fed This Fall

What you can do: Set up safe places for them to dine, and make sure their water supply stays unfrozen during chilly fall days.