@gailcalled I moved here to Eastern Kentucky in 2003 after I got out of the Navy. I’m in the tri-state area, Ohio, WV, & KY.
I have hummingbirds, Jays, Bluebirds, Finches, Robins, Sparrows, and Mourning Doves. A couple times I saw an Eastern Towhee and a Brownheaded Cowbird.
We also have lots of Wild Turkeys, but they don’t come to my house. I find I can bear their absence quite cheerfully.
When I liven in gulfport, MS, and in Michigan it was my pleasure at any time to spot a Crane or Heron. I’ve seen only one since I’ve been here, but it flew alongside my car for a couple block lengths.
Near by I see and hear Woodpeckers and I hear Owls quite often, but seldom have the privilege of seeing one.