Raymond R. Carthy, PhD
Assistant Unit Leader - Florida Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
Research Interests
Dr. Carthy's research centers on ecology of endangered species. His research interests involve reproductive ecology and physiology of coastal and wetland herpetofauna, with current focus on marine and freshwater turtles. He is also involved in research on threatened upland species and in conservation management oriented studies.
Teaching Interests
In addition to teaching herpetology classes centered on ecology and conservation of marine chelonids, Dr. Carthy has taught courses on bioethics and critical thinking. he is currently developing a graduate level course on coastal ecology.
Professional Experience
Assistant Unit Leader, Florida Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, 1996-
Education and Certifications
Ph D University of Florida 1996
MS Slippery Rock University 1983
BS Manhattan College 1980
Science and Products
Environmental factors predicting the orientation of sea turtle hatchlings on a naturally lighted beach: A baseline for light-management goals
Tropicalization of temperate ecosystems in North America: The northward range expansion of tropical organisms in response to warming winter temperatures
Home ranges and movements of two diamondback terrapins (Malaclemys terrapin macrospilota) in northwest Florida
Use of remote sensing tools to predict focal areas for sea turtle conservation in the Southwestern Atlantic
Predicting multi-species foraging hotspots for marine turtles in the Gulf of Mexico
Growth rates for immature Kemp’s ridley sea turtles from a foraging area in the northern Gulf of Mexico
The importance of the Northeastern Gulf of Mexico to foraging loggerhead sea turtles
The incubation environment of nests deposited by a genetically distinct group of loggerhead sea turtles in Northwest Florida
Migration corridors and threats in the Gulf of Mexico and Florida Straits for loggerhead sea turtles
Sea turtle conservation: 10 ways you can help
Sea turtle conservation: Priorities for environmental education efforts
Geometric targets for UAS Lidar
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
Science and Products
Environmental factors predicting the orientation of sea turtle hatchlings on a naturally lighted beach: A baseline for light-management goals
Tropicalization of temperate ecosystems in North America: The northward range expansion of tropical organisms in response to warming winter temperatures
Home ranges and movements of two diamondback terrapins (Malaclemys terrapin macrospilota) in northwest Florida
Use of remote sensing tools to predict focal areas for sea turtle conservation in the Southwestern Atlantic
Predicting multi-species foraging hotspots for marine turtles in the Gulf of Mexico
Growth rates for immature Kemp’s ridley sea turtles from a foraging area in the northern Gulf of Mexico
The importance of the Northeastern Gulf of Mexico to foraging loggerhead sea turtles
The incubation environment of nests deposited by a genetically distinct group of loggerhead sea turtles in Northwest Florida
Migration corridors and threats in the Gulf of Mexico and Florida Straits for loggerhead sea turtles
Sea turtle conservation: 10 ways you can help
Sea turtle conservation: Priorities for environmental education efforts
Geometric targets for UAS Lidar
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.