They are the largest of the Australian ground frogs, from the family Myobatrachidae.

The barred frogs are native to the eastern coast of Australia, with one species inhabiting New Guinea.

They often habit under moist leaf litter, where they hunt small invertebrates.

The males will also call from leaf litter close to a water source.

All species have visible tympanums, maxillary and vomerine teeth, powerful legs, and webbed feet.