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The Snoring Bird is a memoir by Bernd Heinrich about his family's journey through a century of biology. The book tells the story of Gerd Heinrich, who hunted for rare birds in Indonesia and became known as "die Ralle" after capturing the snoring rail with its distinctive call. It also explores Bernd Heinrich's own life as a biologist at the University of Vermont and his unconventional approach to understanding the natural world. The book is equal parts father and son, showcasing two different perspectives on biology and nature.