It is found in eastern to southern Brazil, north-eastern Argentina and south-eastern Paraguay.

[1][2] Its natural habitats are tropical humid forests, including forest edges, at elevations of 150–800 m (490–2,620 ft) above sea level.

Breeding takes place in temporary and permanent pools (including artificial pools) and slow-moving streams where the frogs make nests.

[1] This is an abundant species throughout its range.

Clear cutting of forests remains a threat, whereas the species adapts to selectively logged and second growth forests.