It is found in the Northeast India, eastern Nepal,[2] and western China (Tibet, Yunnan[3]), although there is some uncertainty regarding the Chinese records.

[5] As is characteristic for the Amolops monticola group, skin is smooth, dorsolateral folds are present, and the side of head is dark, with a light-colored upper lip stripe extending to the shoulder.

[3] Tadpoles measure up to 66 mm (2.6 in) in total length, of which about two thirds is made up by the tail.

[3] Amolops monticola occur in shaded stream rapids, but occasionally also in ponds.

This frog lays eggs in stone crevices along the edges of streams, and on aquatic plants.