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Backyard Birds & Gardens is a one stop shop for all of your Backyard birding needs.
✨ Have you been inside Backyard Birds & Gardens lately?
Take a quick walk through the store and discover why we're the Northshore's destination for bird lovers and backyard enthusiasts! 🐦🌿
From premium bird seed and feeders to unique garden décor, gifts, birdhouses, and everything you need to create a backyard your feathered friends will love—we've got it all under one roof.
Whether you're a longtime birder or just getting started, we'd love to help you find exactly what you need.
📍 2033 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, LA
🕙 Open Monday–Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM
Come see what's waiting for you... your backyard will thank you! ❤️🐦
🐦 Bird of the Week: Red-bellied Woodpecker
If you’ve been watching your backyard feeders in Southeast Louisiana, chances are you’ve seen this striking visitor!
Despite its name, the Red-bellied Woodpecker actually gets its name from a faint reddish wash on its belly—which is often difficult to see. The brilliant red cap and nape are what really catch your eye.
This FeatherSnap visitor stopped by for one of its favorite treats… peanuts! 🥜
Did You Know?
🔴 Males have red from their forehead all the way to the back of the neck, while females have a gray forehead with red only on the back of the head.
🪵 They use their strong, chisel-like bills to dig insects out of tree bark but also enjoy peanuts, suet, sunflower seeds, and mealworms at backyard feeders.
🏡 Red-bellied Woodpeckers are year-round residents in Louisiana, making them one of our most common and colorful backyard birds.
🎶 Listen for their distinctive rolling “churr” call or the rhythmic drumming you’ll often hear echoing through the trees.
We love seeing these beautiful birds visit local FeatherSnap cameras! Have you spotted a Red-bellied Woodpecker in your backyard lately? Share your photos in the comments!
📍 Captured right here in Southeast Louisiana on a FeatherSnap camera.
07/13/2026
🎉🐦 Today’s the Day… We’re Back Open! 🐦🎉
We’ve missed you—and we can’t wait to see you!
If your feeders are running low, your birds have been waiting, or you’re out of your favorite birding supplies, now’s the perfect time to stop by.
Come stock up on:
🌻 Bird seed
🪺 Feeders
🥜 Suet
🌶️ Hot pepper bird foods
🎁 Gifts and more!
Our shelves are stocked, and we’re ready to help you keep your backyard birds happy and well-fed.
Thank you for your patience while we took a little time to recharge. We’re excited to welcome you back!
📍 Backyard Birds & Gardens
2033 N. Hwy. 190 • Covington, LA
🕙 Open Monday–Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM
07/04/2026
🐦 Happy 4th of July from all of us at Backyard Birds & Gardens! ❤️🤍💙
While you're celebrating with family and friends, don't forget about your feathered visitors. Summer heat and holiday festivities can make it a busy day for backyard birds, so keeping your feeders full and fresh water available is one of the best ways to help them.
Whether you're watching hummingbirds zip by, listening to the cheerful songs of cardinals and blue jays, or enjoying a quiet moment on the porch, we hope your backyard is filled with the beauty of nature this Independence Day.
🎆 Wishing you a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July!
Reminder: We are closed for our summer vacation and will reopen Monday, July 13. Thank you for supporting our local family business, and we'll see you soon!
07/03/2026
🐦⏰ Today's the Day! ⏰🐦
If your backyard birds are running low on seed or you need to stock up on feeders, suet, hot pepper products, or other birding supplies, stop by today!
🌿 Backyard Birds & Gardens will be CLOSED for vacation beginning tomorrow, July 4, through Saturday, July 11.
We'll reopen Monday, July 13, refreshed and ready to help you keep your backyard birds happy!
Don't let your feathered friends run out of their favorite food while we're away. Stop in today and stock up!
Thank you for supporting our small business. We hope you have a safe and happy Fourth of July, and we'll see you when we return! ❤️🐦
📍 Backyard Birds & Gardens 2033 N. Highway 190 • Covington, LA
07/02/2026
🌧️🐦 Rainy Days Are Bird Days! 🐦🌧️
Think the birds disappear when it rains? Think again!
A warm summer rain is one of the best things for our feathered friends. It helps them:
💦 Cool off after the Louisiana heat
🪶 Clean and condition their feathers
🐛 Find insects and other tasty treats that come out after the rain
This FeatherSnap camera captured these visitors braving the weather—a curious Blue Jay, a soaked young Northern Cardinal, and a brilliant adult male Cardinal stopping by for a meal. Even on rainy days, the feeder is still the place to be!
Keep your feeders filled year-round, rain or shine, and your backyard birds will thank you.
📍 Backyard Birds & Gardens
2033 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, LA
🕙 Open Monday–Saturday | 10 AM – 6 PM
⏰ Reminder: We’ll be closed beginning Saturday for a short vacation, so stop by before then to stock up on bird seed, feeders, and all your backyard bird supplies to keep your feathered friends happy while we’re away! 🐦❤️
🐦 Bird of the Week: Blue Jay 💙
We had to revisit the Blue Jay because they're everywhere in Southeast Louisiana right now! If you've been watching your feeders or checking your backyard bird camera, chances are you've seen these bold, beautiful birds making quite an impression.
Here are a few fun facts about these backyard favorites:
💙 They're year-round residents in Southeast Louisiana.
🧠 Blue Jays are among the smartest birds in North America and belong to the crow family.
🥜 They love peanuts, black oil sunflower seeds, and suet.
🌳 They're nature's tree planters, helping grow oak trees by burying acorns.
🚨 Their loud calls warn other birds when predators are nearby.
🎭 They can even imitate hawks to keep other birds away from food.
👨👩👧 Both parents work together to raise their young.
📸 Their brilliant blue feathers and bold personalities make them one of the most photographed backyard birds.
Stop by Backyard Birds & Gardens for everything you need to keep your Blue Jays—and all your backyard birds—well fed and happy!
⏰ Just a reminder: We'll be closed for a little vacation beginning Saturday. Be sure to stop by before then to stock up on bird seed, feeders, and supplies so your feathered friends stay happy while we're away. We appreciate your support and can't wait to see you when we return! 💙🐦
07/01/2026
We're Taking a Little Break!
Backyard Birds & Gardens will be closed for vacation from Saturday, July 4 through Saturday, July 11.
We'll reopen on Monday, July 13 and look forward to helping you with all your backyard birding and gardening needs!
Before we leave, be sure to:
Stock up on bird seed
Fill your feeders
Grab any birding supplies you may need
Your feathered friends still need to eat while we're away!
Thank you for your continued support of our small business. We appreciate each and every one of you and can't wait to see you when we return.
Backyard Birds & Gardens
2033 N. Highway 190, Covington
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2033 N Highway 190
Covington, LA
70433
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 6pm |