It is endemic to the coastal regions of eastern Madagascar, where it is an abundant and widespread reptile.

[1][2][3][4] This gecko lives in many types of low and mid elevation habitats in Madagascar, including forests.

The Peacock Day Gecko has also been known to live in areas with human activity and habitation, including regions being used for land cultivation.

[1] P. quadriocellata measures 4.7-4.8″ (12 cm) long[citation needed],[5] including the tail.

This gecko is bright green, with small red markings and a pale underside.