It is endemic to northeastern Vietnam and to China's Guizhou, Guangxi, and Guangdong.

[2] This frog has been observed between 630 and 710 meters above sea level.

This frog breeds through larval development in shallow pools.

[1] Scientists classify this frog as at least concern of extinction because of its large range.

This frog is occasionally harvested as food and as a component in traditional medicines.