Aug 13, 2024 · A beloved albino pinkbelly sideneck turtle named Hope, who was born with an exposed heart, has died her owner Michael Aquilina announced on Instagram.

Mar 3, 2020 · Hope was born with her heart exposed outside of her shell. The organ, which peeks through a small hole in her stomach, can be seen beating as she swims, eats and dives in her tank. It’s an...

Mar 15, 2024 · When Mike first learned about a little turtle with an exposed heart, he knew that he had to take her in. He knew that keeping her healthy would be difficult, but he wouldn’t give up on this poor animal who needed a little extra help. So Mike took the …

The story of Hope, a tiny turtle born with her heart outside her body. From day one, she has fought for her life, becoming a symbol of hope and strength. Dis...

Apr 26, 2024 · In a small, comfortable home in New Jersey, there’s a little turtle named Hope who’s become quite the star. She’s a unique kind of turtle called an albino pinkbelly sideneck, and she has a very special condition—no shell covers her heart. You can see Hope’s heart beating from the outside.

Feb 5, 2024 · Not only is the adorable pink-bellied side-neck turtle albino, but she was also born with her heart beating outside her chest — a condition so rare among animals that the veterinary community has...

Sep 14, 2021 · When one man adopted a tiny turtle with an exposed heart, it transformed his life in unexpected ways. Hope has a rare condition that makes her incredibly vulnerable. Instead of a shell, there’s a thin membrane covering her heart.

Oct 18, 2024 · Follow the heartwarming rescue story of a little turtle, born with an exposed heart. Her forever dad took her in and gave her the best life possible! Mike, also known as Aqua Mike on Instagram, was informed about a tiny newborn turtle that needed special care.

Nov 19, 2021 · When Mike Aquilina heard about the albino pink belly turtle with an exposed heart in 2018, he knew he had to take her in. With no shell protecting her little heart, sweet Hope had a rough start at life, and the odds were stacked against her.

Aug 16, 2024 · Sadly, this beloved turtle has now passed away. Discover Hope’s remarkable story and the touching tribute from her owner: Hope, an albino Pinkbelly Sideneck turtle born in 2018, had a rare condition where her heart was outside her shell.