Yes we do have the smallest gull in the world at Titchwell! Well to be more accurate there has been a immature little gull on the reserve which is the smallest species of gull in the world. Little gulls are about two thirds the size of a black-headed gull and weigh about 120g; that's the same as twelve one pound coins. They are very rare breeders in the UK with only five nesting attempts ever (none successfully) but immature birds are regularly recorded at open bodies of water or marshland around our coasts during the spring.
A spotted redshank coming into it's black summer plumage was seen on the fresh marsh today. These birds have started wintering here during the last few years and this bird should shortly be making it's way north to it's breeding grounds in Scandinavia. A pair of red crested pochard were also seen on the marsh. This species bred for the first time at Titchwell last year and looks like they might try again this year. If you happen to see them feeding you might be surprised to see them diving as well as up-ending, they are one of the few ducks that employ both feeding techniques.
Still a few birds of prey hanging around including upto four territorial marsh harriers a single red kite and brief views of a peregrine hunting over the beach.