It is associated with flowing streams and creeks in wet sclerophyll and rainforest habitats from the coast to the ranges.

This is Australia's second largest species of frog,[2] reaching a maximum size of about 120 mm.

This frog is normally dark brown on the dorsal surface with some spots of variable size in a darker colour.

The thighs and side are a distinct pale yellowish in colour with many darker spots also present in this area.

This species is always found close to water, normally permanent flowing creeks, however they will sometimes also inhabit dams in wet sclerophyll and rainforest.