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
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
Coastal armoring and sea turtles: Beachfront homeowners’ opinions and intent
Migration routes, foraging behavior, and site fidelity of loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta) satellite tracked from a globally important rookery
Conservation easements and coastal armoring: Protecting sea turtle nesting habitat through property ownership
Informing sea turtle outreach efforts to maximize effectiveness
Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) diving changes with productivity, behavioral mode, and sea surface temperature
West Florida shelf pipeline serves as sea turtle benthic habitat based on in-situ towed camera observations
Sympatry or syntopy? Investigating drivers of distribution and co‐occurrence for two imperiled sea turtle species in Gulf of Mexico neritic waters
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
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
Coastal armoring and sea turtles: Beachfront homeowners’ opinions and intent
Migration routes, foraging behavior, and site fidelity of loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta) satellite tracked from a globally important rookery
Conservation easements and coastal armoring: Protecting sea turtle nesting habitat through property ownership
Informing sea turtle outreach efforts to maximize effectiveness
Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) diving changes with productivity, behavioral mode, and sea surface temperature
West Florida shelf pipeline serves as sea turtle benthic habitat based on in-situ towed camera observations
Sympatry or syntopy? Investigating drivers of distribution and co‐occurrence for two imperiled sea turtle species in Gulf of Mexico neritic waters
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.