GRETNA, NEB. – Today (Oct. 28, 2022), Governor Pete Ricketts proclaimed the ornate box turtle as Nebraska’s official state reptile during a ceremony hosted by the Nebraska Game and Parks
Media Contacts: Alex Reuss, Governor’s Office, 402-471-1970 Shawna Richter-Ryerson, Game & Parks Commission, 402-471-5565 Photo Release: Gov. Ricketts Proclaims the Ornate Box Turtle as Nebraska’s State Reptile Gov. Ricketts (holding proclamation) and NGPC Wildlife Specialist Monica Macoubrie (holding Batman, the ornate box turtle) at today’s ceremony in Gretna. Gov.