There is red-orange or scarlet markings in the thigh and flanks, which gives this species its other common name, the Scarlet-sided Pobblebonk.

It is associated with dams, flooded areas and ditches in forest, woodland, cleared land or farmland.

Males make a high pitched "bonk" call from concealed positions in water after heavy rains from October to May.

Tadpole development takes about 70 days and metamorphs measure 20 mm and resemble the adult, however thigh colouration does not become apparent until about 1 week later.

It is similar to the Eastern banjo frog, from which it can be distinguished by the red thigh colouration.