Where Do Leopard Geckos Originate From?

According to PetEducation.com, the leopard gecko is a good beginner pet and is easy to maintain. Most leopard geckos, though they originated in Asia, are not taken from the wild but are bred in captivity. It is important to provide a leopard gecko with a habitat similar to its natural environment with rocks and hiding places.

  1. Origin

    • The origin of the leopard gecko includes southern Asia, Pakistan, India, Iran and Afghanistan.

    Habitat

    • Leopard geckos live on land and do not climb. They are found in dry to semi-arid habitats where the temperatures may fluctuate greatly between daylight and nighttime.

    Nocturnal

    • Although leopard geckos are mostly active at night to the early hours of dawn, they sometimes spend time during the day basking in the sunlight.

    Behavior

    • Leopard geckos will go into a hiding place to shed their skin. Pet geckos should have places in their artificial habitat that will provide them private areas.

    Diet

    • The leopard gecko's diet consists primarily of crickets, mealworms and grubs. Geckos should have a constant supply of fresh water. It also aids in their shedding.