[2] It is monotypic, being represented by the single species Arcovomer passarellii, commonly known as Passarelli's frog.
[3] It is endemic to south-eastern Brazil and found in Espírito Santo, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo states.
Frogs from Espírito Santo may represent another, undescribed species.
[4] Its body is brown above with a distinct irregular dark pattern running the whole length of the animal.
When disturbed, these frogs may jump and then assume a stiff-leg posture, possibly as a means to avoid detection by predators relying on their sight.