The Fan Footed Gecko is an amazing little lizard to observe in the wild. These interesting reptiles have fanned feet that aid them in climbing, and, although rather few are sold as pets, they can make fascinating captives.

Usually, Fan Footed Geckos are found in arid habitats, usually rocky scrublands. In more desert areas, Fan Footed Geckos can be located in oases or near human habitations. Good climbers, these lizards are often found on walls or ceilings of such habitations. They may live in conjunction with other lizards, like Turkish Geckos. Hibernating between November and early February, Fan Footed Geckos usually emerge from their shelters after the third week in February. In the wild they eat insects and consume many moths. Fan Footed Geckos are nocturnal.

By the time they are mature, Fan Footed Geckos usually measure between 5 and 7 inches. Their fingers are splayed out and have sticky fanlike pads that aid them in climbing. They also have a retractable claw on each foot. The eyes are large and the heads are relatively massive. Usually, Fan Footed Geckos are light brown in color. They have darker brown markings.

Native to North Africa, Fan Footed Geckos are also found in more eastern regions like Iraq or Iran. Usually they are found in elevations below 6,000 feet (2,000 meters).

Fan Footed Geckos tend to be flighty and may not be a good choice for someone who wants to hold their pet regularly, but they do make wonderful display animals. Males are often territorial towards other males, so they should not be housed together. Fan Footed Geckos normally thrive in daytime temperatures between about 80 degrees Fahrenheitwith a warmer area about 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Nighttime temperatures can drop down between 70 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. A water bowl should be available for the Fan Footed Gecko. The diet should consist of crickets and other insects of similar size. Hiding places and climbing items should be available for Fan Footed Geckos. The substrate can consist of natural materials like bark, or it can be plain like newspaper or paper towel.

Fan Footed Geckos become territorial at breeding season. Usually, females will lay several clutches of eggs between May and August in some small enclosure like a rock crevice. Generally, she will lay one clutch every two to four weeks, and five total clutches is average.