Found throughout Asia and the Middle East although primarily located in areas of Northern India, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran in arid, mountainous deserts. Leopard Geckos prefer a rocky substrate to a sandy substrate and are almost always found on rocky outcroppings.

Where are leopard geckos most commonly found?

A popular import. Although the leopard gecko is native to dry and semi-desert areas in Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, and northwest India, these hardy little reptiles have been kept and bred as pets for more than 30 years. They are one of the most commonly kept lizards today.

Do leopard geckos live in the wild?

Leopard geckos in the wild are found primarily in the deserts of the Middle East, namely Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Northern India. They thrive in dry and arid climates and live in areas with rocky crags, and dry grasslands.