Buyer question
How long does a leopard gecko live?
Our Animal Library gives the Leopard Gecko a lifespan of 15–20 years.
Source: the Normal leopard gecko page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Leopard Gecko in the Animal Library
The detail
The normal leopard gecko is the wild-type form of a ground-dwelling gecko from Afghanistan, Pakistan, northwest India and Iran. It is small, calm and hardy, with modest setup needs, which makes it a top first reptile.
- Origin
- Afghanistan, Pakistan, NW India, Iran
- Best fit
- First reptile, small homes
What to weigh
Leopard geckos eat only live insects, so you will keep crickets or roaches. They live up to 20 years, longer than many expect.