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The Spur-thighed Tortoise is one of four European members of the Testudinidae family of tortoises. The other members of the family are Hermann s Tortoise (Testudo hermanni), the Marginated Tortoise (Testudo marginata) and Horsfield s Tortoise

Large symmetrical markings on the top of the head
Large scales on the front legs 
Undivided carapace over the tail
Notable spurs on each thigh 
Isolated flecks on the spine and rib plates
Dark central fleck on the underside 
Shell somewhat oblong rectangular 
Widely stretched spinal plates 
Movable posterior plates on underside

The Greek Tortoise (Testudo graeca ibera) is often confused with Hermann s Tortoise (Testudo hermanni). However, there are  notable differences that enable them to be distinguished.
Spur-thighed Tortoise