The Orlov’s Fan-footed Gecko (Ptyodactylus orlovi) is a nocturnal gecko native to the Hajar Mountains of the United Arab Emirates and northern Oman. A member of the fan-footed gecko group, it is distinguished by its broad, fan-shaped toes equipped with specialized adhesive structures that allow it to climb steep rock faces, cliffs, and boulders with ease. Its mottled grey, brown, and cream coloration provides excellent camouflage against rocky mountain surfaces, helping it avoid predators during the day. After sunset, it becomes active, emerging from cracks and crevices to hunt insects and other small invertebrates. Like several reptiles restricted to the Hajar Mountains, Orlov’s Fan-footed Gecko represents the unique biodiversity of this mountain range and highlights the importance of conserving its specialized rocky habitats.