There is a difference between the flame tortoise and the western brocade tortoise. The color of the carapace of the flame tortoise in its infancy is similar to that of the western brocade tortoise, both of which are green or dark green, but the color of the carapace of the flame tortoise in adulthood will become black and red, which looks like a fire from a distance. The carapace of the tortoise is always green, some will be dark green, only the edges will have some other colors.

There are also great differences in the shapes of flame turtles and western brocade turtles. The carapace of flame turtles is raised higher and looks bulging. The carapace of Xijin Turtle is flat, and the performance of carapace is relatively smooth. In addition, there are great differences in the size of flame turtles and western brocade turtles. The length of flame turtles in adulthood will be between 35 and 45 cm. The size of the turtle will be smaller, and the length of the turtle will be about 20 cm in adulthood. Breeders can also judge by their size.

Flame turtles are not recommended to be raised with western brocade turtles, because they are different in size. Flame turtles are large in size and lively in character, so they are easy to bully western brocade turtles. In addition, the aggressiveness of the tortoise is not strong, so it is difficult for them to grab the flame tortoise when eating. Over time, it will affect their growth and development, and it is prone to malnutrition.